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Zones 8-11 Yearly Planting Guide for Southern Gardens
Zones 9-11 Where are Zones 9-11? The USDA Hardiness Zones 9-11 comprise the hottest and most tropical regions of the United...
Spring Garden Guide for Southern Gardens
Use this guide to learn what to plant and when. It has the most popular spring crops as a starting place.
Winter Garden Guide for Southern Gardens
Use this guide as a place to start. Listed are general crops to grow for fall/winter.
Spring Garden Planting Guide
I just love this time of year.The process of selecting all the different types of vegetables I’m going to plant and...
How to Thin Seedlings for Healthier Plants: A Complete Guide
Learn how to thin seedlings for healthier plants. Discover why thinning matters, when to do it, and how to improve airflow, spacing, and growth in your garden.
How to Direct Sow Seeds in Southern Gardens: A Complete Guide
Learn how to direct sow seeds in southern gardens. Discover when to plant, how deep to sow, watering tips, and how to improve germination in warm climates.
How to Harden Off Seedlings Before Planting Outdoors: A Complete Guide
Learn how to harden off seedlings before planting outdoors. Discover why hardening off matters, how long it takes, and how to help young plants adjust safely.
How to Start Seeds Indoors for Southern Gardens: A Complete Guide
Starting seeds indoors is one of the best ways to get a head start on the gardening season. It gives gardeners more control...
Best Vegetables for Summer Southern Gardens, 11 Vegetables That Thrive in Southern Heat
Gardening in the southern United States comes with both advantages and challenges. The South benefits from long growing...
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.
Greens Growing Guide
Learn how to grow greens for baby leaves or full-size harvests, including spacing, harvesting tips, and simple ways to keep greens growing longer.
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...
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.
Enjoying the Bounty
The other day when I was deciding what to make for dinner, I realized just how much food I grow. That's what gave me the...
2016 Fall Garden
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Florida Planting Guide
Growing vegetables in Florida and in the south, is a little different than gardening in many other parts of the country....
How To Propagate Herbs
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...
40 Uses for Aloe Vera
40 Beneficial Uses For Aloe Vera Pamper yourself to a soothing body rub. Slice aloe leaves lengthwise and use the inner...
Vegetable Container Garden Guide
Use this vegetable container garden guide to choose container sizes, spacing, and light needs for growing vegetables in pots and small spaces.
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...
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...
Container Gardening
Growing vegetables in containers If you’re limited on space, containers are the way to go You can grow a variety of...
Seed Storage
Seed Storage The Florida Backyard Vegetable Gardener's Way There are many companies out there selling "Seed Vaults",...
Seed Saving and Germination Testing
Seed Saving and Growing Your Own Seed Saving can become a very addicting hobby. It is also a way to insure seed quality and...
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...
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...
Drawing Up Your Plan
Planning your garden is planning for success! With the help of the Florida Yearly Planting Schedule and Seed Starting chart...