Novosibirsk residents face challenges in their gardens due to recent weather extremes, including late frosts followed by intense heat. Experts offer advice on how to protect plants and ensure a successful harvest. The abnormally hot weather is expected to last at least until June 7, with daytime temperatures potentially reaching +33 degrees Celsius.

Planting seedlings, especially those not accustomed to direct sunlight, requires caution. Homemade seedlings should be shaded using fabric or natural materials like burdock leaves or birch twigs to prevent burns and wilting. Seedlings hardened on loggias or purchased from nurseries are more resilient but should still be monitored for signs of stress.

Greenhouses require special attention during hot weather. It is crucial to open doors and windows to ensure cross-ventilation, preventing temperatures inside from soaring to dangerous levels. Weeding beds is also essential to reduce competition for nutrients and moisture. Certain plants, like cabbage, may benefit from additional shading using burdock leaves.

Proper watering is critical for plant survival in the heat. Each plant needs a minimum of 3-5 liters of water, with cucumbers and cabbage requiring up to 10 liters. Watering should be done strictly at the root, either early in the morning or late in the evening to minimize evaporation. Mulching the soil after watering helps retain moisture.

Agronomist Lyudmila Shubina advises against rigidly adhering to planting schedules based on religious holidays. She recommends planting at a calm pace, either early in the morning or late in the evening, to avoid sunstroke for both plants and gardeners.