It's time to harvest some plants and sow others, but whatever you do, don't take your eyes off your garden during what can be a harsh, hot and dry month. While you're enjoying the fruits of your labor (hello, tomatoes!), get a jump on next year's garden by keeping on top of weeds, relocating and dividing perennials, and ordering spring bulbs. And if you're leaving for vacation, remember to arrange for a surrogate caretaker.
1. The 13th annual Great LI Tomato Challenge is coming! Long Islanders, send your photos and tips to [email protected]. The rest of you, enjoy the fruits of your labor.
2. Sow seeds of lettuce, radish, spinach, peas and other cool-season crops right into the garden now for a fall harvest.
