🌞 Start Your Summer with Smarts
June marks the official start of summer, and whether you’re knee-deep in your vegetable beds or keeping pests out of the kitchen, this June 2025 Jerry Baker Almanac has you covered. We’ve lined up the accurate moon phases and their zodiac signs, practical weather-based garden advice, and a Jerry Baker–style DIY tip that’s safe, natural, and effective. Let’s make this your garden’s best month yet.
🌦️ Weather Snapshot: What to Expect This June
- Average Highs: 70s in northern states; 80s–90s in southern and interior regions
- Rainfall Trends: Early month thunderstorms followed by drier stretches
- Humidity: Climbing steadily—expect sticky air and fast-drying soil
💡 June 2025 Jerry Baker Almanac Tip: Start watering early in the day to reduce fungal risk, and mulch heavily to lock in moisture as temps rise.
🌕 June 2025 Moon Phases & Gardening Guide
All times in Eastern Daylight Time (EDT). Zodiac signs indicate the moon’s position at the exact moment of the phase.
| Moon Phase | Date & Time (EDT) | Zodiac Sign | Traditional Name | Now is the Time |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| First Quarter | June 2 @ 11:40 PM | Virgo | — | Plant leafy greens and above-ground crops. Great for detailed work like weeding. |
| Full Moon | June 11 @ 3:43 AM | Sagittarius | Strawberry Moon | Harvest spring crops. Monitor slugs and insects—moonlight increases activity. |
| Last Quarter | June 18 @ 3:19 PM | Pisces | — | Prune to control growth. Ideal for thinning and dividing perennials. |
| New Moon | June 25 @ 6:31 AM | Cancer | — | Plan, compost, and reset. Let the soil rest and observe garden structure. |
🌱 Lunar Gardening Quick Tips:
- 🌒 Waxing Moon (June 3–10): Fertilize and transplant upward-growing crops
- 🌕 Full Moon (June 11): Moisture is high—great for watering and pest control
- 🌘 Waning Moon (June 12–24): Focus on pruning, pest treatment, and weeding
- 🌑 New Moon (June 25): Rest day—do planning, not planting
🌻 Top 5 June Jerry Baker Almanac Tips
- Deadhead flowering plants like roses, zinnias, and marigolds to promote more blooms.
- Apply summer fertilizer to vegetables and annuals to fuel mid-season growth.
- Watch for Japanese beetles and aphids—early control reduces long-term damage.
- Mulch deeply to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
- Stake tall plants like tomatoes, dahlias, and delphiniums before storms roll in.
🧪June Jerry Baker Almanac Tip – All-Purpose Yard Tonic
Pulled from the Great Green Book of Garden Secrets, this tonic gives your lawn and garden a boost.
🌿 June Garden Tip – June Jump-Start Yard Tonic
Ingredients:
- 1 can of beer
- 1 cup ammonia
- 1 cup liquid dish soap (non-antibacterial)
- ½ cup mouthwash
- ½ cup Epsom salts (dissolved in warm water)
Instructions:
- Mix all ingredients in a large bucket.
- Apply with a hose-end sprayer over your lawn or garden beds.
- Use early morning or late afternoon to avoid leaf burn.
“Beer feeds the microbes, ammonia greens the lawn, and mouthwash shoos pests. It’s a garden cocktail your plants will love!” — Jerry Baker
✅ Bonus: Helps deter some soft-bodied pests and can green up struggling areas in less than a week.
🏡 June Garden Tips and Home Maintenance Reminders for June
- ✅ Clean and lubricate window screens and sliders for smooth summer airflow.
- ✅ Inspect gutters and downspouts after spring rains to prevent overflow.
- ✅ Power wash patios and driveways to remove algae and grime.
- ✅ Test outdoor hoses and sprinkler systems before deep watering begins.
- ✅ Check for insect entry points and re-caulk as needed.
✅ Embrace the Rhythm of the Season
By working with nature instead of against it—using the moon’s rhythm, natural tonics, and seasonal timing—you’ll set yourself up for success indoors and out. Whether you’re mulching, moon-watching, or mixing up a classic Jerry Baker brew, this June 2025 Jerry Baker Almanac helps you stay grounded, productive, and in tune.
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