June’s 5 MUST-PLANT Vegetables: No Matter Where You Live

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Get ahead of the summer heat with June’s 5 must-plant vegetables. Plant these crops NOW (no matter where you live) to beat the heat and boost your summer harvests. Don't miss out-June is bustin’ out all over!
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00:42 Chard
02:34 Kale
04:58 Red Veined Sorrel
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@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Which of these are you going to plant? Thanks for gardening with us! -CaliKim & CameraGuy ➡June “Sizzling’ Summer Salad Station” Grow Your Groceries with CaliKim Connect+ Subscription Box: $20 off 1st box w/code “CONNECTJUNE”: bit.ly/CaliKimGrowYourGroceriesConnectPlusSubscriptionBox. Includes the leafy greens in this video: Red Chard, Dazzling Blue Kale, Red Amaranth, Purslane, seed starting containers, soil, self-watering stake, and FREE canister of Monterey Lawn and Garden Sluggo Plus ($20 value). Available for limited time only. 🇺🇸Memorial Day sale: 25% off CaliKim Seed Collections, CK Smart Pots, my books, and garden kits with code “MAY”, calikimgardenandhome.com. Ends 5.28.24.

@jaytoney3007 2 ай бұрын

Hi Kim. Last Thursday I harvested out my shelling peas and snow peas. In their place I have Martino's Roma tomatoes growing. Friday I harvested out the kohlrabi and potatoes, and I harvested Swiss Chard. Saturday I picked zucchini, crookneck squash, lemon squash, and cucumbers. I have fall potatoes chitting for a July 2nd planting date. I don't have a replacement crop for the kohlrabi yet, but soon, so I covered the bare soil with leaf mold. In July, I ll start seeds for cabbage, and transplant the seedilings where I have carrots growing, and pulled up the kohlrabi. In August I'll start seeds for brocolli, cauliflower, and Napa Cabbage. They are my replacement plants for the summer squash and ground cherries. The cantaloupe and watermelon will be replaced with turnips and carrots. From there, I'll have to decide on what I want to grow into the winter-definetely more garlic. My leg still hurts. The nursing staff yelled at me for not going to the ER at last Friday's hospital appointment. No, I still havent seen a doctor for it. Ready or not, I have two peach trees to plant, and a Prairie Fire crabapple tree coming in the mail Tuesday, so I have to get digging. It is close to summer. I am supposed to be sitting in the shade, eating porch tomatoes, and drinking sun tea while watching the garden grow, not working my butt off. LOL!😄😄😄

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Jay, you are without a doubt one of the most productive gardeners I know! I am always so impressed with what you accomplish in your garden. So proud you! I bet your neighbors love having you next door. Remember no live stream on Monday - we'll miss it but are busy working on Phase 3 of our deck rebuild this weekend. Enjoy your Memorial Day weekend, and give that leg a rest!

@melindaroth5796 2 ай бұрын

OH HECK YEAH FINALLY AWESOME TEACHING. Thank you for explaining each plant, what it is and what you can do with them. Great when you said Salad Station helps us see for salads. I've heard other channels say these plant names but they never explain what it is or what it's used for. Excellent TEACHING 😊❤ Thank you so much ❤😊

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Melinda! The salad stations are so much fun to have in one container, makes harvesting fun and easy. Let me know how your leafy greens grow. Thanks for watching!

@shervegas 2 ай бұрын

I am going to start my garden now

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Great timing, Sher! What are you going to plant first? Thanks for stopping by and happy June planting!

@bethb8276 2 ай бұрын

Swiss Chard for sure, I have wild purslane which volunteers, I love the crunchy tart taste of them. I think the red sorrel might do well for me, so I may try that.

@santaanaroadwildman3614 2 ай бұрын

Got it! Chard, Kale, Sorrel, Amaranth, Purslane & New Zealand spinach! Years ago u did a heat tolerant salad greens vid, I think with Perris Island Cos & Black Seeded Simpson. I can use Memorial Day off to plant!

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hey SARW! You got that right! A day off is well spent in the garden - enjoy your time off - hope to see you on a Monday livestream again soon!

@esthersdaughterlong8149 2 ай бұрын

Zizzling summer is an understatement here in Florida. Over 90 °. Can't plant green's until fall or winter here. Happy planting.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Florida seems to be it's own "climate'? Always hotter than CA and needs to cool down before you can start a lot of what we are starting on the West Coast! Hang in there!!! CaliKim

@user-px7nh7vs4b 2 ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 Same for Texas. Too hot and humid already. Kale laughs in my face after April. Chard may make it in the shade til June. Amaranth will grow but the bugs love it. SMH

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Okay, this made me laugh...don't take Kale laughing your face personal...HA HA

@GreenGranny Ай бұрын

Some areas of California have brutal arid heat which is really hard on seedlings. By June I must already have plants well on their way with a good root system. 105 - 110 is the normal day till October. Are you located in the coastal area of Cali?

@patriciarice3851 2 ай бұрын

I’ll be planting all from my June Box!!

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Patricia - perfect! You'll love this months sub box - the Summer Salad Station will sizzle in your garden and grow the tastiest, most beautiful salads. It will be on the way to you soon - have fun with it!

@ramonajolley1966 2 ай бұрын

I was looking for more swisschard seeds. Lol! My red sorrell has been in my yard for about 4 yrs. I cut it when it gets too large and share it with my friends' chickens. He gives me eggs. Win win!! Thanks again Kim!!

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hey Ramona - chard is in this month's box - you should be getting yours soon! This one is a stunner! Sorrel is perfect for the chickens once you've had you're fill. And you can't beat fresh eggs. Enjoy your Saturday!

@Stephanie_Cumbie 2 ай бұрын

So fun!!! I’ve only ever planted CHARD, so this was new info for me! 🙌🙌🙌

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Stephanie! You'll love all these greens, let me know which ones you try. They're all in the June subscription box, except Red Vein Sorrel. Enjoy your holiday weekend!

@MiladaKaiser Ай бұрын

I left several pepper plants in the garden last fall. No pruning, no watering. It bloomed in February and now I harvested about 80 beautiful red peppers. A little smaller than usually ( no watering and no fertilizing through the winter). In San Diego.

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Sounds fabulous!!!! Great job!!!

@vee5032 2 ай бұрын

Hi, hello Mac I’m growing Swiss chard, Amaranth is growing everywhere 😃, and the New Zealand spinach you are right I don’t have to planted again it always comes back and I’m happy about it 💕

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hey Vee - Mac says hi, woof woof! It's always a plus not to have to replant. Work smarter, not harder, right? You'll have some beautiful, tasty salads this summer!

@kathleenreynolds6492 Ай бұрын

Really thorough video. Wasn’t sure CA climate would translate to high altitude CO but with your explanations , I’m confident that I’ll have success. Thank you!

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Fantastic, Kathleen!!! Keep me posted and be sure you subscribe, I want to hear from you again!! CaliKim

@beckymartinez9926 2 ай бұрын

I have Swiss Chard. Your sunflowers look amazing! Mine are always devoured by grasshoppers and other insects. The leaves are half gone, full of holes and look diseased. Maybe because I live in the country. I basically use them as a trap crop.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Becky - that's a great idea to use them as a trap crop! Most of mine come up on their own every year, these in the video grow into mammoth plants. Last year they grew easily 10 feet, I had to support them with several T posts. I use the stalks for trellises after they dry up. Hopefully you can get a few nice looking sunflowers this summer. Enjoy your Saturday and thanks for stopping by!

@rock5138 2 ай бұрын

Great summer greens Kim. Enjoyed the video. 👍🏻

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Rock. Which of these will you be planting? Thanks for subscribing if you haven't already and a thumbs up always helps us! Appreciate it!

@sarahsallotmentjourney Ай бұрын

Great video thanks always learning new things

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Glad to hear it and GLAD to be of help! Thank you so much for watching and commenting, Sarah. CaliKim

@TabithaTexasgirl 2 ай бұрын

Thank you so much for your videos. I just love watching them. I'm new at gardening I just started yesterday. And no clue what I'm doing lol.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Tabitha - awesome - you're in the right place! Growing your own food is so rewarding - you're going to love it! Binge watch our videos and you'll be a pro in no time - the "First Time Gardener" playlist is a good one to start with. You may want to pick up a copy of my book "Organic Gardening for Everyone, No Experience Needed". It's the perfect resource for a new gardener. We have signed copies available at calikimgardenandhome.com, 25% until Tuesday, with the code "MAY". What are you going to plant first? Looking forward to hearing about your garden!

@TabithaTexasgirl 2 ай бұрын

I wish I could buy everything. It all looks so amazing!! I just love everything ❤️

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

That's so tempting isn't it!! REFRAIN!! Keep it simple/start slow and no pressure! If you are a reader (you absorb what you read), and you would really read the book...I do highly suggest getting it. Otherwise, soak in the videos and other viewers comments, too. (Be discerning *wink) What state are you in? CK

@TabithaTexasgirl Ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 Texas

@AlSween Ай бұрын

Ah cool! I guess I can replace my red Russian kale with a new plant.

@sonyahogan5673 2 ай бұрын

I'm going to grow all of them!!!❤

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Sony - you'll love all of them, they are so tasty and make one heck of a beautiful salad. Let me know which one is your fav. Thanks for subscribing and liking if you haven't already. Have a great weekend!

@lauritan66 Ай бұрын

I’ve got to try some of these! So hot in my area and even the organic veg for sale this time of year is yucky! Thanks for posting❤️

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Any time! Glad you enjoyed! Total guess, AZ or FL ? CaliKim

@deboz8793 2 ай бұрын

Need to try the New Zealand Spinach. That’s new to me.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Deb - it's a good one, very hardy, tasty and so pretty too! If you need seeds, grab my Heat Tolerant Seed Collection at calilkimgardenandhome.com, 25% off this weekend w/ code "MAY". Let me know how you like it!

@GreenthumbFL 2 ай бұрын

Love your garden, zone 11 here super hot. But always love your tips.❤

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Thanks so much, Green thumb - glad the tips are helpful. I've heard its very hot in FL right now. Most of these greens should do pretty well in your summer heat, as long as their roots are pretty well established.But you might want to throw some shade cloth over them if it's above 100. Thanks for watching!

@Crystalspets 2 ай бұрын

Nice beautiful green over there I just planted Swiss Chard today

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Crystal - the spring rain really greened things up - soon enough the hot summer will be here. Swiss Chard is such a lovely plant - you'll enjoy it. I just made some tuna roll ups from my chard yesterday, a nutritious, tasty power lunch and very pretty too. Enjoy your weekend in the garden and keep me posted on your chard!

@GreaterisGreat Ай бұрын

Hi Kim! What's your best soil recommendation for container planting? Our girls enjoy gardening... they've already planted lots of the Russian red kale and chard... so now they will be planting the others that you mentioned because we enjoy lots of salad greens! Thank you for sharing❣️

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Awesome to hear your gardening with your girls - lifelong skills and memories! I always make my own container soil - watch my DIY container soil video for my favorite recipe. Very easy and saves a TON over bagged mix. Keep me posted on your heat loving greens salad station!

@noworries2254 Ай бұрын

Your lilacs are beautiful. Ive been having a hard time just sprouting mine. Idk if I got a dud package with dead seeds or something

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Hmmm, hard to say!!! Start over, I suppose?

@jaec6462 2 ай бұрын

Thank you❤..

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

You got it, Jaec! Are you going to plant these? Let me know which one is your favorite. I love them all! 😊

@jaec6462 2 ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 I'm planting the Swiss Chards and Kales

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

NICE!!! Keep us all posted - CK

@naamashnizel Ай бұрын

Yayyyy❤

@fayeg3026 Ай бұрын

These would grow well in Indian climate

@keithrodz6485 2 ай бұрын

Good for u kim have u ever grown asparagus I'm might be growing that for the first time ever 🍅🍅🍅

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Keith - always great to see you here, thanks so much for your faithful support over the years! I have not grown asparagus. It generally takes 2 years to harvest, and I just don't want to give up the garden real estate to it. It's a gorgeous plant, though. I'm sure you'll love it - keep me posted! Have a great Memorial Day weekend!

@callanfike9052 2 ай бұрын

Kim, wondering if this salad container plant system needs full sun? I unfortunately another get about 4 hours of sun on my porch, please let me know, thank you!

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Hi Callan - you can grow it in partial sun, it just won't grow as fast or as big, but will definitely still grow. Let me know how it goes!

@taraporter8699 2 ай бұрын

Love the video!! Question for you-what are those gorgeous purple/blue flowers growing tall behind you in the first clip?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Yes they are! They are called, Salvia. Salvia is a diverse genus encompassing culinary, medicinal, and ornamental plants. They are generally easy to grow and care for, making them popular in various garden setting. Thank you, Tara - CK

@taraporter8699 Ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 I have been following you for YEARS now and have never noticed these! They are popping!! 🥰

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Thank you for following for so long, Tara! (I'm sorry I missed that!) Love your energy!! CK

@putinhynes3848 2 ай бұрын

I live in Arizona where our high is 115 degrees to 120 degrees. Will those plants grow in our massive heat?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Putin - that's crazy heat. If the roots are well established, and you mulch around the base 2-3 inches eep, they should do pretty well up to 100. After that, most everything struggles, unless covered with shade cloth. One of our viewers in southern AZ puts up a shade cloth structure for most of the summer, and is able to grow a ton this way. Good luck and keep me posted! Thanks for subscribing if you haven't already and a thumbs up always helps us! Appreciate it!

@user-he7wx8eg3o 2 ай бұрын

Kelley, what kind of worm castings do you use ? is home depot ok?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi there - I've used Vermisterra worm castings and worm tea for years, with results! Very pure worm castings, easy to spread, a little goes a long way. Other brands have fillers and just aren't as effective. You can pick these up at vermisterra.com, use the code "caliim" for 10% off. Let me know how you like them!

@TracEyMonster 2 ай бұрын

I had no idea Amaranth was edible. Interesting!

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hey Tracey! Hope all is well with the community garden! Yes is sure is - so delicious and a real garden stunner. And really takes the heat like a champ - it would do very well in your hot summers there. It does grow quite tall, so makes a great back drop for a garden bed along the edge of a fence. Let me know if you give it a go! Thanks for stopping by!

@TracEyMonster 2 ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 I think I have some seeds so I’ll have to give it a try. Does it need a lot to f water or is it pretty drought tolerant needing little to no water?

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Amaranth is relatively drought-tolerant and does not require a lot of water once established.When amaranth is young and newly planted, it will need regular watering to help establish its root system. Keep the soil consistently moist during this time!

@jackiehorsley9263 2 ай бұрын

How's It going Kim Last mouth I planted some beet seed I was hoping I would get some beets but I don,t think I am going to but that,s perfectly fine I can just eat the leaves I well definitely have to try them In scrambled eggs I also planted some carrots it's been so hot here all I really gotten out of it is the leaves got any suggestions on how I could eat the carrot leaves is there something I can add them into

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Tips for Harvesting and Storing Carrot Leaves Harvesting: Pick the carrot leaves when they are fresh and vibrant. Avoid leaves that are yellowing or wilted. Storing: Store carrot leaves in the refrigerator, wrapped in a damp paper towel inside a plastic bag. They should last for a few days. Washing: Wash the leaves thoroughly to remove any dirt or debris before using them. These help???? CK

@MiladaKaiser Ай бұрын

Hi, Kim. I did not look at your garden for a while. What happened. Your beautiful garden disappeared and was replaced with lawn? Why? Lawn is just too thirsty to grow in CA.

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Hmmm, the lawn you see, has ALWAYS been there since our backyard make over TV show.....in fact, we removed our front yard lawn because of the very reason you mentioned. CK

@taraporter8699 2 ай бұрын

Isn’t amaranth also a grain? Has a nice nutty flavor and makes for a good hot cereal.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Yes! Great point! Amaranth is a versatile and nutritious grain with a mild, nutty flavor. It can be used in hot cereals, grain bowls, baking, soups, stews, and salads. Its high protein and mineral content make it a valuable addition to a balanced diet. Very good, Tara!! Kim

@patcombs6235 2 ай бұрын

Hi!Cali Kim. I am trying for the 1st time growing sugar baby watermelons, vertical. They are about 2 feet tall, and at the tops is fuzzy. Am I suppose to trim or prune them ,or just let them keep growing? Thank you for explaining where 1st time growers understand.

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Thank you, Pat. Do not trim the fuzzy tops unless you're removing suckers or improving airflow. Train the vines to grow vertically and tie them to the trellis. Prune selectively to manage suckers and maintain plant health. Support the fruits with slings to prevent vine damage. You are doing great! CaliKim

@patcombs6235 Ай бұрын

Thanks for your help and advice. Really enjoy watching your channel.

@SpiriTeedKnocepts Ай бұрын

Does chard flower at any point? I had one that never went to seed.

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Yes, chard (Beta vulgaris subsp. cicla), also known as Swiss chard, does flower and go to seed, but this typically happens under specific conditions. If your chard didn’t flower, it’s likely because it was treated as an annual, or the conditions weren’t right for bolting. To see chard flower, allow it to grow through its natural biennial cycle with exposure to cold weather, then wait for it to bolt in the second growing season. I hope this helps ! Thanks for watching and commenting. CK

@stephaniegee227 2 ай бұрын

Silly question - most things change flavor when they bolt. What about the kale? I read somewhere that the flowers didn't change the taste of the greens?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Stephanie - it's actually sweetest in the cooler winter weather here in So Cal, and/or when harvested as baby leaves. I haven't found a huge difference in flavor when it bolts, we use the larger leaves in our smoothies almost every day. So delicious! Which variety are you growing?

@stephaniegee227 2 ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 We did three varieties here in the mid South. The lacinto did NOT bolt, where the other two did. We have very little cooler weather, and this spring caused our kale to bolt in March. All but the lacinto.

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Nice, Stephanie! Lacinto takes it for the win.

@whodidit99 2 ай бұрын

best flower to attract pollinators?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi whodidit99 - Sunflowers, salvia, zinnias, nasturtiums, borage are a few of my favorites. We have several pollinator seed collections at calikimgardenandhome.com - check them out if you need seeds. 25% off w/ the code "MAY" for Memorial Day weekend. Let me know which ones you grow! Thanks for watching!

@tobedetermined4180 2 ай бұрын

Hi, can you still sow peppers in June? I’m in SoCal

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Yes, you can, due to our long growing season. Often peppers overwinter here in So Cal, I'm starting new seeds indoors (they work better when starting indoors instead of direct seedsing) this week for fresh plants in about 6 weeks. Search "peppers" for videos on how to start from seed. Thanks for watching, liking and subscribing if you aren't already!

@tobedetermined4180 2 ай бұрын

@@CaliKim29 thank you so much for the reply. I have learned a lot from you! I appreciate your efforts.

@Sharemyjoi2 2 ай бұрын

Hi Kim all of my lettuces and arugula keeps coming up leggy and then they wilt over and die, what am I doing wrong lo

@CaliKim29 Ай бұрын

Lots of variables here, but here is the most common reason...what are your thoughts? Lack of adequate light is the most common cause of leggy seedlings. The plants stretch toward the light source, becoming tall and weak. Tips: Natural Light: Ensure your seedlings get at least 6-8 hours of direct sunlight daily. If growing indoors, place them near a south-facing window. Artificial Light: Use grow lights or fluorescent lights. Position the lights 2-4 inches above the seedlings and keep them on for 14-16 hours a day. Adjust the lights as the plants grow to maintain the distance. Hope this helps! I am so sorry my delay - i have fallen behind on answering comments! Kim

@sandyshephard4571 2 ай бұрын

Is it too late to plant peas?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Whether it's too late to plant peas in May depends on your local climate and growing conditions-let me know and we'll go from there! CK

@shervegas 2 ай бұрын

How I never get notified anymore?

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi Shere - hmmm, not sure. Sometimes YT notifications can be wonky. We post videos every Wednesday and Saturday, livestream Monday at noon, PT (except for this Monday due to Memorial Day). See our new YT banner for the updates! Enjoy your garden this weekend!

@H.R.H-Amina_Bin_Shafiq-SHAKTI 2 ай бұрын

Im growing rainbow swiss chard!

@CaliKim29 2 ай бұрын

Hi HRH - that is such a lovely variety with the multicolored stalks. And so hardy too, takes heat and cold. How do you like to eat it? Thanks for subscribing and liking if you haven't already. Have a great weekend!