What To Plant in May (2024)

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What is the best to plant in May? ›

If you want to sow vegetable seeds or flower seeds, May is a good time for green beans, corn, gladiolas, dill, cilantro, lilies, squash, parsley, sunflowers and more.

The May birth flowers are the lily of the valley and hawthorn. Lily of the valley (Convallaria majalis) is a dainty perennial plant native to the cool temperate regions of the Northern Hemisphere.

No matter where in the country you are, May is one of the busiest gardening months. It's a time when our gardens come alive and start bursting with blooms, and it's also a big month for planting wildflowers, perennials, tender annuals, and more.

It is important to remember that tomatoes are warm weather plants and will not grow in temperatures below 50°F (10°C). The soil should also be warm enough – ideally 60°F (16°C). In general, 'if you're growing tomatoes from seeds you can sow indoors any time from March to the end of May.

Best Time to Plant Trees and Shrubs in Southern California

As a general guideline, the best time to plant trees in Southern California is during late summer or early fall. It's important that trees get enough water and their roots have enough time to grow.

A few tips for planting in may

Roses – good companions or flower friends that help to hide their bare legs as they grow up include Nepeta, Alchemilla (lady's mantle) and Lavender. Bee Balm looks great with Columbine. Tulips and Daffodils work great with Hostas and Iris. Coneflower and Yarrow are a magic pair.

•Salvia x sylvestris 'May Night' (Meadow Sage) is an outstanding cultivar beloved for its compact habit and profuse deep-purple flower spikes. • Highly drought resistant, this perennial thrives in hot, sunny planting sites, making it an indispensable addition to the waterwise garden.

The May birth flowers are lily of the valley and hawthorn. With its delicate flowers and sweet scent, lily of the valley is a real favourite of many!

Finally warm temperatures are here to stay and you don't have to worry about that frost! You may think it's too late to grow all your favorite vegetables from seeds, but warm May temperatures have made the soil perfect for sowing seeds. Warm soil will allow for fast germination and growing plants!

What vegetables are best in May? ›

The veggies of May are pretty spectacular. May means artichokes (technically flowers that have not yet bloomed!), asparagus, kale, spring peas, radishes, and spinach are all in season. So, this might be the perfect month for hearty salads like a kale Caesar or a crunchy asparagus, artichoke, and pea salad.

Sow seeds of lima and snap beans, beets, carrots, celery, chard, chicory, chives, corn, cucumbers, eggplants, leeks, warm-season lettuces, melons, okras, green onions, peanuts, peppers, pumpkins, soybeans, warm-season spinaches, squashes, sweet potatoes, and tomatoes.

Lily-of-the-Valley in the Garden

The perennial flowers first appear in May and remain in bloom for 2 to 4 weeks. It's a perfect ground cover for shady areas with rich, moist soil, but in the right conditions, it will aggressively spread.

Finally warm temperatures are here to stay and you don't have to worry about that frost! You may think it's too late to grow all your favorite vegetables from seeds, but warm May temperatures have made the soil perfect for sowing seeds. Warm soil will allow for fast germination and growing plants!

Is it time to plant? It depends! You can plant trees, shrubs, perennials, and cool-season annuals, vegetables, and herbs now, as long as the ground is not too wet. But you should typically wait to plant warm-season flowers and vegetable plants until May 1st or Mother's day.

The general rule of thumb for planting by moon phases is… During the light, plant what needs light. This means during the moon's light phase – the two weeks between the new moon and the full moon, when moonlight is increasing – plant crops that are borne above the ground, where they see the light.

In the garden, leafy herbs like Mint, Sage, Oregano, and Lemon Balm are plentiful. Chives have started flowering. The beautiful purple flowers make a gorgeous pink vinegar (simply infuse them in vinegar for a couple of weeks), and are also great added to salads, soups and other dishes.