Time for Spring Prep
It is that time of year when planning for a spring garden. The weather is still a little bit cool for planting out side, but the earlier the planning starts the more successful the garden will be!
Fall Garden – Time to Start Planning
Its July 4th, a time for Americans to celebrate their independence and a time for those in Zone 9 to start planning for their fall garden. While it may seem a bit early to be thinking about fall since summer just started, many fall crops should be started in early to mid august.
Time for some heat tolerant vegetables
Here in zone 9 the heat of summer is starting to show up already and it is time for some heat tolerant vegetables. 3 of my favorite hot weather crops to grow are Okra, Hot Peppers and Cow Peas.
Zone 9 Spring Planting Guide
Zone 9 offers some of the best year-round gardening. Here is a list of a few garden favorites to plant in the spring in Zone 9!
Zone 9 Fall Planting Guide
A detailed list of what to grow in the fall in zone 9. Includes Verities and tips/notes!
Okra in Bloom
One of my favorite summer crops is in bloom in my garden, Okra. This is a very attractive plant with very attractive flowers that are similar in appearance to hibiscus.
Pickleworms – A Cucurbit Nightmare.
One of the most destructive pests to attack cucumbers and squash in zone 9 is the Pickleworm. This worm is the larva of a nocturnal moth that lays its eggs on the leaves of Cucurbit plants late at night.
Cowpeas in Central Florida (zone 9)
Cowpeas are simple to grow in most area, but there are a few conditions to consider here in zone 9
How to Grow Cinnamon Basil in Zone 9
Cinnamon Basil is an easy to grown and great tasting herb. Learn how to grow it here, step-by-step.
