Brian Minter: What you can still plant in June in your Metro Vancouver gardens

Brian Minter: It\u0027s not too late — basil, tomatoes, cucumbers, squash, pumpkins and many other vegetables can still be planted. Find out more

Burpless Japanese cucumbers, which grow so successfully in any garden, are certainly the top choice with varieties like Tasty Green and Burpless Supreme leading the way.

Kabocha, Spaghetti and Hubbard squash are also becoming far more in demand, offering us many unique flavours and culinary opportunities. The new designer pastel colours of pink, blue, yellow, and even taupe allow you to complement any home or porch decor. For those gardeners who are determined to grow their own melons like honeydew, cantaloupe, and watermelon — now is the ideal time to set them out. They need lots of heat, so raised beds in the warmest location in your garden are essential.Article content

Mid-June is the ideal planting time to ensure plants become large enough to produce an abundance of flavourful sprouts.

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