Kevette Minor Kane

Zucchini is one of the most rewarding vegetables to grow during the transition into summer, especially in Maryland’s Zone 7A climate. With warm temperatures, long daylight hours, and a lengthy growing season, zucchini establishes quickly and produces heavily throughout the summer months. Its fast growth and reliable harvests make it a strong choice for both beginner and experienced gardeners looking for steady production with relatively simple maintenance. In well-prepared soil and full sun,...

Across Zone 6A, June brings the start of true summer gardening. This growing zone includes parts of states such as Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware, Ohio, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Kentucky, Virginia, West Virginia, Kansas, and Colorado, where warmer temperatures and longer daylight hours create ideal conditions for steady garden growth. By June, the cool unpredictability of spring has mostly passed, allowing gardeners to fully shift their attention toward maintaining healthy plants,...

June is National Pollinator Month, a time to recognize the important role pollinators play in keeping our gardens, ecosystems, and food systems healthy and thriving. While they may often go unnoticed, pollinators are responsible for supporting the growth of many of the fruits, vegetables, flowers, and plants we enjoy every day. Their work helps bring life, color, and balance to gardens and natural spaces all around us. Pollinators come in many forms, each helping plants reproduce and thrive...