Horticulture - Pacific Northwest: May Gardening

Fertilize rhododendrons and azaleas and remove flowers as they fade.
Plant chrysanthemums for fall color. In midsummer, begin pinching back new growth to encourage a bushy shape.
Plant dahlias, gladiolus and tuberous begonias in mid-May.
Fertilize roses. Plant new roses, choosing varieties that are disease and pest resistant.
Control slugs with bait or traps. Read more about slug control.
Plant most vegetables. Wait until danger of frost has passed to plant tomatoes.
Weed! Keep up with weeding now to reduce the amount of weeds later. Pull weeds now before they can go to seed.
Lay fresh mulch over beds.
Stake delphiniums and peonies to keep them on track as they grow taller.

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