Watermelon Plant: How to Grow Watermelon from Seed
Sow watermelon seed about 1 inch deep after the last frost, once the soil has warmed to 60 to 70 F, in full sun with about 24 square feet per plant.
Sweet Potatoes: How to Grow Sweet Potatoes From Slips to Harvest
Plant sweet potato slips 3 to 4 weeks after your frost-free date once the soil reaches 65 F, most often 12 to 18 inches apart, ideally on a raised ridge.
Blueberry Bush: How to Plant and Grow Blueberries at Home
Plant blueberries in early spring (late winter in the Southeast) in full sun and acid soil, pH 4.0 to 5.5 with most targets within 4.5 to 5.5, after a soil test and sulfur if needed.
Basil Plant: How to Grow Basil From Seed, Pinch and Harvest
Sow basil seed indoors, typically 4 to 6 weeks ahead of planting out (6 to 8 for a longer head start), or outdoors once frost has passed.
Zucchini Plant Guide: How to Grow Zucchini, Pick It Young and Eat the Blossoms
Sow zucchini 1/2 to 1 inch deep once frost is past and the soil is at least 70 F, one plant every 18 to 36 inches in most sources.
Bean Plant Guide: How to Grow Beans, Bush, Pole, Shelling and Dry
Sow beans about 1 inch deep once frost has passed and the soil reaches 60 to 65 F.
Okra Plant Guide: How to Grow Okra From Seed to Daily Harvest
Sow okra once the soil holds 65 F or warmer, 1/2 to 1 inch deep after an overnight soak, thin to one plant every foot or so, and cut pods at 2 to 4 inches every day or two, wearing...
Cantaloupe Plant: How to Grow Cantaloupe and Other Melons
Start melons indoors about a month before planting out, or sow 1 to 2 weeks after the last frost once the soil passes 70 F.
