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Start a garden early by sowing seeds in containers indoors. Any container that drains well can be used, but many gardeners prefer peat pots or pellets placed in flats or plastic flats with many sections that are sold specifically for the purpose.

More and more people each year become interested in raising a small flock of chickens for a hobby or to help lower the family food bills. Get your backyard flock off to a good start with this step-by-step guide on what to do after you bring your new chicks home. This article covers details on preparing your chicks' brooder, tips on feeding and watering and advice on keeping your chicks healthy and disease free.

a few considerations for sustainable-minded growers

Tips for home canning

optimum planting dates, based on the upper south climate zone

Determine the plant hardiness zone as defined by the USDA

Knowing when to plant is critical to a successful garden

Learn how to reseed your lawn this fall. Southern States gives step by step instructions for preparing the soil, dethatching the lawn, sowing grass seed, watering and mowing for a beautiful, successful lawn.

Spring Planting Options for cover crops

A breakdown of Southern States Cover Crop and Wildlife Mixes

Fall is here and it’s time to start thinking about winterizing your barn.

Legumes for Fall Planting from our Cover Crop Guide