Southern Gardening Guides
Explore our collection of guides designed specifically for gardeners growing vegetables in Southern climates. From planting calendars to pest control and crop growing tips, these resources help you grow a productive garden in warm weather conditions.
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Southern Gardening Guide
Learn the fundamentals of gardening in Southern climates including growing seasons, heat management, and crop selection.
Southern Vegetable Planting Calendar
Find the best planting times for vegetables in warm Southern growing zones.
Best Vegetables for Southern Gardens
Discover which vegetables thrive in Southern heat and humidity.
Growing Guides
Step-by-step guides for growing vegetables successfully in Southern gardens.
In The Garden October 3, 2025 Planting fall crops
End of spring crops still in. Planting fall crops.
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.
Southern Gardening Tips
Learn the basics of gardening in warm Southern climates including planting schedules and seasonal growing strategies.
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...
Pest & Disease Control
Learn how to identify and manage common pests that affect vegetable gardens.
Splashing Leaves with Water or Soil
Avoid Splashing Leaves with Water or Soil I know it seems like it would be naturally okay, "rain is good" right? Well, of...
Ready to Start Your Garden?
Browse our collection of heirloom vegetable seeds selected for Southern gardens.