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- Bulbs that have already flowered should have their leaves cut back near the base of the plant especially if they have turned brown.
- Dead-head all spent blooms from flowers to promote future blooms.
- Frequently inspect trees, shrubs and vegetables for insect and disease infestation. Inspection will minimize damage to plants.
- Start slowing raising your mowing heights. Mowing too short in summer will put the grass under stress and create a haven for disease and weeds.
- Maintain your summer spray schedule on fruit trees.
- Remove annuals with stunted or unusual color; these are usually infected and the disease can spread to nearby healthy plants.
- Clean hummingbird feeders filled with nectar regularly to ward off mold and bacteria.
- Prune the current year’s growth of Wisteria to the first five leaves to keep in trim and promote more vigorous flowering.
- Deadhead roses as soon as blooms fade to encourage new growth.
- Rake algae from water ponds.
- Hoe beds and borders regularly to keep them free from weeds.
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