Plan for Rainwater Harvest Continue watching where rainfall
naturally flows on your property through the last of the summer
monsoon season. Take advantage by creating swales (depressions)
in the soil where water can accumulate and soak in to water
nearby plants. Make sure water drains quickly (within 24 hours)
and is carried 8 to 10 feet away from any building's foundation.
Create a Shopping List Fall plant sales at botanical gardens are
not far off! Start creating your plant list so you don't get
carried away when confronted by so many choices. First, decide
what you need from a plant (shade, screening, color, food, etc.)
Next, determine the sun exposure and available space for plants
to grow to mature size without unneeded pruning. Then narrow
your list to plants that fill those requirements. Ready
Vegetable Garden Beds Although still too hot to plant, begin
improving the soil for cool-season vegetables. Add 4 to 6 inches
of organic matter (compost, well-aged manure, dried leaves or
grass clippings without