Spinach is a very popular leafy green. Its flavor as well as nutrient contents make it a favorite on the table and in the garden. Spinach is a fas
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Cucumbers are both simple and difficult to grow here in Zone 9. Simple because they come up easily. Difficult because they're prone to all manner of d
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This spring I had great success -- actually my only success -- with starting tomatoes indoors from seed. I am thrilled to now be equipped to start see
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One of the benefits of Gardening in Zone 9 is that it offers year round gardening. And while many crops can not stand the heat of a Zone 9 Summer, on
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Mint is one of the most popular herbs grown in the home garden, and also one of the easiest to grow. But here in Zone 9 mint production can drastical
Read MoreLeaves begin to fall off many trees in Zone 9 in the fall. Often times people bag them up and put them on the curb for collection, but this is a com
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Cayenne Peppers are one of the most prolific peppers in the Zone 9 Garden. They grow fast, grow large and produce many peppers. 2 favorite uses from
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The Congo Pepper is a hot pepper that is quickly growing in popularity. It is basically a large red habanaro pepper from Trinidad. Its care requir
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Spanish Moss is readily available in most of Zone 9 and one great use for it is Spanish Moss Tea fertilizer. How to Make Spanish Moss Tea Items Need
Read MoreOne of the most common causes of seedling death is inconsistent watering. A simple solution for that is to build a Self-Watering Seedling Container.
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