Those are just a few of the challenges gardeners face as we hit the mid-summer and local master gardeners are hoping you'll consider some tips as the weather gets hotter and dryer. University of Illinois Master Gardener, Candace Miller, says right now, your garden needs about an inch of water per week.

 

 

Miller indicates right now, the most common questions she is receiving are about weeds. She says there are many kinds of weeds gardeners are dealing with so far this summer.

 

 

Over the next few weeks, start looking out for your veggies to ripen. According to Miller, weeds and watering will continue to be an issue.

 

 

Miller reminds the public, the University of Illinois Extension has master gardeners at almost all their offices. To reach Miller in DeWitt, Macon or Piatt County, contact 217-935-9764. 

 

You can also visit web.extension.illinois.edu/dmp.