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Customized Gardening Calendar Using Sowing Guides

Our sowing guides are designed to help you create a personalized gardening calendar, tailored to your specific climate. By referencing your local frost dates, you can easily determine the best time to sow seeds for vegetables, herbs, flowers, and orn

Sow Your Love for Pollinators

Supporting pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds is crucial for a thriving garden ecosystem. Here's a concise guide to sowing plants that attract and support pollinators. When to Sow. Pollinator-friendly plants can be sown in the sprin

Successive Sowing: Keep it Coming!

Successive sowing is a technique that ensures a continuous harvest of fresh vegetables and flowers throughout the growing season. Here's a concise guide to practicing successive sowing in your garden. What is Successive Sowing?. Successive sowing inv

Artichoke Growing Guide

Artichokes are a unique perennial vegetable that can also be grown as an annual in cooler climates. Here’s a concise guide to sowing and growing artichokes:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting

Arugula Growing Guide

Arugula is a fast-growing, leafy green known for its peppery flavor and versatility in the kitchen. Here’s how to successfully sow, grow, and harvest arugula, with insights into the unique characteristics of different arugula varieties. When to Sow.

Basil Growing Guide

Basil is a versatile, aromatic herb that thrives in warm weather and is a staple in many cuisines. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow basil:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Us

Bean Growing Guide

Beans are easy-to-grow, productive plants that come in various types, including bush beans and pole beans. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow beans:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Carrot Growing Guide

Carrots are a popular root vegetable that can be grown in various climates, offering a rewarding harvest of sweet, crunchy roots. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow carrots:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Har

Cilantro/Coriander Growing Guide

Cilantro, also known as coriander, has an interesting feature: each seed is actually two seeds inside a single hull, meaning each round seed you plant can produce two plants!. Seed Preparation. Planting Tips. For more detailed information on growing

Corn Growing Guide

Corn is a warm-season crop that thrives in sunny conditions and fertile soil. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow corn:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Cosmos Growing Guide

Cosmos are easy-to-grow, vibrant flowers that add color and attract pollinators to your garden. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow cosmos:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Cucumber Growing Guide

Cucumbers are a popular, easy-to-grow vegetable that thrives in warm weather and produces a plentiful harvest. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow cucumbers:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harve

Flower Mix Growing Guide

Flower mixes are an excellent way to create vibrant, diverse, and pollinator-friendly garden spaces. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow flower mixes:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting.

Hairy Vetch Growing Guide

Hairy vetch (Vicia villosa) is a nitrogen-fixing cover crop, often used for soil improvement. It’s non-native to North America but has been cultivated across all 50 states. This plant should not be confused with Vicia cracca (bird vetch), which is tr

Lacy Phacelia Growing Guide

Lacy Phacelia (Phacelia tanacetifolia) is a versatile plant often used as a cover crop, pollinator attractor, or ornamental flower. It’s a quick-growing annual that blooms with beautiful lavender-blue flowers, providing nectar for bees, butterflies,

Lettuce Growing Guide

Lettuce is a cool-season crop that is easy to grow and provides a quick, fresh harvest. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow lettuce:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Marigold Growing Guide

Marigolds are vibrant, easy-to-grow flowers that add color to your garden and help repel pests. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow marigolds:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden U

Melon Growing Guide

Melons are sweet, juicy fruits that thrive in warm climates and require plenty of sun and space. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow melons:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Microgreens and Baby Greens Growing Guide

Microgreens and baby greens are fast-growing, nutrient-dense crops that can be grown year-round, both indoors and outdoors. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow these fresh greens:. When to Sow. Indoor Sowing. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. H

Onion Growing Guide

Onions are versatile, hardy vegetables that thrive in various climates and are a staple in many culinary dishes. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow onions:. When to Sow. Indoor Sowing. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harves

Pea Growing Guide

Peas are cool-season crops that are easy to grow, offering a sweet, fresh harvest in early spring and fall. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow peas:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Pepper Growing Guide

Peppers are versatile, vibrant plants that can be sweet or spicy, making them a favorite in many gardens. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow peppers:. When to Sow. Indoor Sowing. Outdoor Transplanting. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harve

Poppy Growing Guide

Poppies are stunning, easy-to-grow flowers that bring a vibrant splash of color to any garden. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow poppies:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Potato Growing Guide

Potatoes are a versatile and rewarding crop that can be grown in various settings, from traditional garden beds to containers. Here’s a concise guide to successfully sowing and growing potatoes:. When to Plant Potatoes. Sowing Potatoes. Container and

Radish Growing Guide

Radishes are quick-growing, cool-season vegetables that are perfect for beginner and seasoned gardeners alike. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow radishes:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Us

Sprouts Growing Guide

Sprouts are a nutritious, easy-to-grow option that can be cultivated indoors year-round with minimal equipment. Here’s how to successfully grow your own sprouts:. Soak the Seeds. Drain and Rinse. Repeat Rinsing. Harvesting. Sprouts add a crunchy text

Summer Squash Growing Guide

Summer squash is a fast-growing, productive vegetable that thrives in warm weather. It’s a garden staple that can be grown in a variety of ways. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow summer squash:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care

Sunflower Growing Guide

Sunflowers are bright, cheerful flowers that are easy to grow, adding a striking presence to any garden. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow sunflowers:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting

Stevia Growing Guide

Stevia is a rewarding yet challenging herb to grow due to its naturally low germination rates. Here’s how to improve your chances of success:. Germination. Growing Conditions. While stevia may take time and careful attention, its sweetness and versat

Sweet Pea Growing Guide

Sweet peas are fragrant, colorful flowers that bring charm to any garden. Here's how to sow and grow them successfully:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Winter Squash Growing Guide

Winter squash is a hardy, versatile vegetable that stores well and provides a sweet, rich harvest. Here’s how to successfully grow winter squash:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Us

Tomato Growing Guide

Tomatoes are a rewarding crop for home gardeners, offering versatility in the kitchen. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow tomatoes:. When to Sow. Indoor Sowing. Outdoor Transplanting. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use.

Watermelon Growing Guide

Watermelons are warm-season fruits that thrive in sunny, spacious areas with plenty of warmth. Here’s how to successfully grow watermelons:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use

Wildflower Gardening Guide

Want to add a burst of color and attract pollinators to your garden with wildflowers? Here are expert tips to get you started:. When to Plant Wildflowers from Seed. Easy-to-Grow Wildflowers. Planting Tips. Wildflowers are an excellent choice for brin

Zinnia Growing Guide

Zinnias are colorful, easy-to-grow annuals that thrive in warm weather. Here’s how to successfully sow and grow zinnias:. When to Sow. Outdoor Sowing. Indoor Sowing. Care & Maintenance. Pests & Diseases. Harvesting. Garden Use