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.
Vegetable Growing Guides
Learn how to grow specific vegetables, herbs, and garden favorites with confidence.
How to Grow Squash in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Squash is one of the most productive and rewarding crops you can grow in a home garden. It grows quickly, produces...
How to Grow Cucumbers in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Cucumbers are one of the most refreshing and productive vegetables you can grow in a home garden. Their fast growth, crisp...
How to Grow Okra in Southern Gardens: A Complete Growing Guide
Okra is one of the best vegetables for Southern gardens. It thrives in hot weather, grows quickly in warm soil, and...
Garden Planning
Get practical help on what to plant and when, especially for Southern gardens.
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...
Spring/Summer Garden Guide
I just love this time of year. The process of selecting all the different types of veggies I'm going to plant and imagining myself out there reaping the harvests! If, like me, you start your own seeds, you have the added benefit of starting your gardening and getting...
Raised Bed Vegetable Gardening in Southern Climates
Raised Bed Gardens You can buy or build your own raised beds I built my first raised beds out of wood. Then i I used mostly concrete blocks, and a few are wood. I used the concrete blocks so I won’t have to replace them. I finally had some custom built made of wood...
Planting Guides
What to Plant Now in Southern Vegetable Gardens
Updated planting guides to help you grow the right crops at the right time.
Seed Starting
Find seed starting tips, germination help, and early planning advice for healthy plants.
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Pest and Disease Control
Pest and Disease are a problem in Southern Gardens. Learn more Here.
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.
Insects Damage & Control
Garden Pests & Controls Be sure to walk your garden daily! This way you will catch any pests or disease early and you can treat accordingly. There is a much better chance of preventing infestations if caught early. Below is a list of common Garden Pests . I have...
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...
Homemade Organic Insect & Disease Sprays
COMBINED INSECT AND DISEASE CONTROL Neem Oil Spray to Control Insects and Disease Neem oil is highly effective against many types of insects and plant diseases. It is non-toxic to birds, mammals, honeybees and ladybugs. It is toxic, however, to fish, so do not...
Homemade Organic Compost
Homemade Organic Compost To keep it organic use ONLY organic material. Start with an old clean or new round trash can with lid. Drill 1 inch holes about half way up and just under lid every 6” all the way around. Drill a few ½” holes in the bottom. Place trash can on...
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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.
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Florida Planting Guide
Growing vegetables in Florida is a little different than gardening in many other parts of the country. Because Florida has...
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.