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beetles may be chewing on garden plants by late summer, and aphids still may be problematic. Handpick insects off of vegetables and ornamental flowers or use safe sprays for treating these issues.

Plant cool weather vegetables

Many plants will grow well when planted in late summer, according to Homesteading Family. They include zucchinis, turnips, beets, carrots, kale, chard, mustard greens and peas.

Consider succession planting

Growing vegetables like beans or peas may be more successful through succession planting. This involves sowing new seeds every seven to 10 days to extend the harvest.

Residents interested in leasing a plot at the Leisure World Community Gardens can visit www.lwsb.com/communitygardens. To begin an application, scroll to the bottom of the page and click “Submit Your Application.” The annual fee is $75.

For more information, email nikkot@lwsb.com or call 562431-6586, ext. 2314.

—MetroCreativeConnection