Garlic (Allium sativum) is a reliable and low-maintenance crop for Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a. Planted in the fall and harvested the following summer, it requires minimal space and produces a flavorful bulb that stores well for months. This guide covers variety selection, planting, care, and harvesting. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering […]
Bulb onions (Allium cepa) grow reliably in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a when planted at the right time with attention to day-length requirements. Selecting the correct variety type, short-day, intermediate, or long-day, is the most important factor in getting a good harvest in this region. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance
Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are among the most widely grown vegetables in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a gardens. They thrive in warm, sunny conditions and produce abundantly from midsummer through the first frost when given proper support, consistent moisture, and adequate nutrition. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth and Flowering 7. Pest
Peppers (Capsicum spp.) are well-suited to Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a, thriving in the region’s warm summers. They are available in a wide range of types, from mild bell peppers to hot specialty varieties, and are productive throughout the growing season with proper care. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth
Cucumbers (Cucumis sativus) are well-suited to Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a, thriving in the warm summer months with proper care and consistent moisture. They are among the most productive vegetables in a home garden when conditions are right. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth and Flowering 7. Pest and Disease Management
Delicata squash (Cucurbita pepo) grows well in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a and is prized for its sweet, creamy flesh and manageable vine size. Unlike many winter squash varieties, Delicata does not require curing and can be eaten fresh from the garden. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth and Flowering
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Spaghetti squash (Cucurbita pepo) thrives in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a, benefiting from the region’s warm summers and long growing season. Named for its stringy, pasta-like flesh, it is a productive and easy-to-store winter squash. 1. Choose the Right Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth and Flowering 7. Pest and Disease Management 8. Harvesting 9. Storage 10. Considerations
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Growing butternut squash (Cucurbita moschata) in Missouri (Zone 6b-7a) is an excellent choice since this warm-season crop thrives in the hot summer months typical of your region. Butternut squash is not only delicious but also relatively easy to grow if you follow the right steps. Here’s a comprehensive guide for growing it in your area: 1. Choose the
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Hemp (Cannabis sativa) is a fast-growing, versatile crop that can be cultivated in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a for fiber, grain, or other purposes. Missouri requires a state license for commercial hemp production — check with the Missouri Department of Agriculture for current regulations before planting. 1. Choose the Right Hemp Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering
Cotton (Gossypium hirsutum) is a warm-season crop that can be grown in Missouri’s Zone 6b-7a with careful attention to timing, variety selection, and season management. This guide covers everything needed to plant, grow, and harvest cotton for fiber in this region. 1. Choose the Right Cotton Variety 2. Planting Time 3. Site Preparation 4. Planting 5. Watering and Maintenance 6. Growth
