Garden Library
Gardening Information to Help You Grow
Whether you are starting your first garden or looking for better ways to grow in a warm Southern climate, this library is here to help.
Welcome to the Growin’ Crazy Acres Garden Library
A growing collection of practical gardening information designed to help you plant with confidence.
Seed Starting
Find seed starting tips, germination help, and early planning advice for healthy plants.
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Vegetable Growing Guides
Learn how to grow specific vegetables, herbs, and garden favorites with confidence.
How to Grow Radishes in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Radishes are one of the easiest and fastest vegetables to grow in a home garden. Their quick growth, crisp texture, and...
How to Grow Collard Greens in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Collard greens are one of the most dependable and rewarding crops for Southern gardeners. Known for their large leaves,...
How to Grow Carrots in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Carrots are a rewarding crop for home gardeners because they are nutritious, versatile, and surprisingly easy to grow with...
Garden Planning
Get practical help on what to plant and when, especially for Southern gardens.
Seed Starting – Transplant or Direct Seed?
Learn which seeds are best started indoors and which are best direct seeded. A practical guide to seed starting, transplanting, and planning by frost dates.
Hardening Off Transplants
Learn how to harden off transplants before planting them outside. Gradually exposing young plants to sun, wind, and temperature changes helps prevent transplant shock.
Growing Florida Cranberry (Roselle)
Recipes Roselle Jam Ingredients: Rosellas Sugar Water 1 teaspoon of butter The juice of 1 lemon The Recipe: Separate red calyxes from the seedpods Wash and drain each seperately. In a saucepan, add seeds and water until the seeds are just covered. Tip: (Add a little...
Planting Guides
These are guides and charts I have created for fast easy information.
Getting Ready for Fall Gardening
I know it's only the beginning of July. I start many seeds this week for fall. That means I better get organized! One way that helps me is too create charts and drawings of what I will be growing and selling. It gives me peace of mind once it is down on paper,...
Time to Plan Our Spring / Summer Gardens!
Now is the time to plan your spring and summer garden. Learn how to map beds, track sun, plan supports, and get seeds started for a successful season.
Fall Garden Guide
Fall / Winter Garden Guide Since we have a Spring and Fall growing season here, I find I need to have Spring and Fall garden beds. What I mean is some of my Spring crops are still in when I am ready to plant for late Summer and Fall. The same goes for my...
Plant Most Fall Crops in August Through September
It may still be hot, but now is the time to plant many fall crops. Learn why timing matters and where to find the full fall planting guide.
Vegetable Crop Yields
Use this vegetable crop yields guide to estimate plants per person, expected harvest, and spacing for common garden vegetables.
Companion Planting Chart
Companion Planting Guide When planning your garden it's a good idea to plant good garden communities. This is the whole concept behind companion planting. It's true that certain plants grown close to each other help each other and the opposite also...
What to Plant Now in Southern Vegetable Gardens
Updated planting guides to help you grow the right crops at the right time.
Pest and Disease Control
Pest and Disease are a problem in Southern Gardens. Learn more Here.
Growing your Own Food does Not have to be complicated or intimidating.
Learn how to grow thriving southern vegetable gardens. Heat tested advice for zones 8-10.
Crop Rotation Guide
Use this simple crop rotation guide to rotate legumes, roots, leaves, and fruiting crops for a healthier garden and better soil balance.
October Gardening
October is the month for planting many fall and winter crops. Learn what to plant in October and get helpful tips for carrots, radishes, lettuce, peas, and more.
Getting Ready for Fall Gardening
I know it's only the beginning of July. I start many seeds this week for fall. That means I better get organized! One way that helps me is too create charts and drawings of what I will be growing and selling. It gives me peace of mind once it is down on paper,...
Time to Plan Our Spring / Summer Gardens!
Now is the time to plan your spring and summer garden. Learn how to map beds, track sun, plan supports, and get seeds started for a successful season.
Fall Garden Guide
Fall / Winter Garden Guide Since we have a Spring and Fall growing season here, I find I need to have Spring and Fall garden beds. What I mean is some of my Spring crops are still in when I am ready to plant for late Summer and Fall. The same goes for my...
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Southern Garden Planting Guide
Learn what to plant and when for a productive Southern garden.
Seed Starting Basics
Simple seed starting tips to help you get healthy plants off to a strong start.
Florida Spring Garden Planting Guide
Seasonal guidance for spring planting and garden prep in warm climates.
Best Vegetables for Southern Gardens
Explore reliable vegetable choices for Southern gardeners.
Latest from the Garden Library
Growing Florida Cranberry (Roselle)
Recipes Roselle Jam Ingredients: Rosellas Sugar Water 1 teaspoon of butter The juice of 1 lemon The Recipe: Separate red...
Cold Hardiness Chart
Use this cold hardiness chart to see which garden vegetables are frost-sensitive, frost-tolerant, semi-hardy, or hardy in cold weather.
Monthly Planting Guides for Florida Gardens
Download monthly planting guides for Florida gardens with transplanting and direct sowing recommendations for North, Central, and South Florida.