What Should You Plant in May?

The month of May is here and gardens are coming alive! Now is the perfect time to start getting your yard and gardens ready for the hot summers ahead in North Carolina. Warmer days are about to outnumber the cold ones and you'll have more opportunities to get outside and get your hands in your gardens.

There's nothing better than some Southern veggies in the summer as they offer an abundance of color and flavor. Whether you are thinking of planting herbs to add to your favorite meals or drinks, or other veggies to toss into a delicious salad now is the perfect time to plant vegetables. Before planting, consider the amount of space you have and the amount of sunlight your garden gets. Some vegetables grow upward while others like to sprawl on the ground. Some good things to plant include basil, peppers, tomatoes, summer squash, zucchini, and others.

Annuals will bloom all season long but will need to be replanted each year as they won't survive winters in North Carolina. They will need to be planted before it gets too hot which is why May is the ideal month. When deciding what flowers to plant, again, think about how much sun the garden gets. Plants like petunias, marigolds, and zinnias are great for sunny spots whereas begonias, impatiens, and geraniums are great for shady spots. Any of these plants come in a variety of colors that will help boost the look and feel of your property. 

At Myers Greenhouse, we assist customers across Winston-Salem, Clemmons, Kernersville, Lexington, and Yadkinville, NC with their plant and garden needs. We can help you design your garden and recommend bedding, seasonal, and vegetable plants of various sizes, colors, and textures that will best complement your space. Our greenhouse offers a variety of plants to choose from, so we are sure you will find exactly what you are looking for. Start planting your gardens now before the hot summer weather returns in North Carolina! Call or stop in today.