Potatoes are one of the most popular, and often most productive crops grown in the home garden. Zone 9 is to warm to grow the famous russet potato wi
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Strawberries are one of the most popular fruits that can be grown in the home garden. They are used in everything from short cakes to smoothies and
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How to Grow Cowpeas Cowpeas, also known as Black Eyed Peas, are one of the limited number of crops that will do well in the heat of summer. Not o
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Basil is the worlds most famous herb. It is grown around the world and is used in countless recipes. When cared for properly basil is highly produ
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Spinach is one of the best vegetables to grow during the cooler months in Zone 9. While many vegetables slow down when fall and winter arrive, spinac
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Growing cucumbers in Zone 9 is largely about taking advantage of the periods when temperatures are warm without being excessively hot.
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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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