Growing Vegetables
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We'll be adding more information on growing vegetables as time goes on, so come back to visit.
Alliums
Allium is a genus of flowering plants that includes onions, garlic, scallions,
shallots, leeks, and chives.
Lettuce
Learn all about growing lettuce, one of the most trouble-free crops that grows in St. Tammany.
Carrots, Parsnips, Salsify
These root vegetables grown in and eaten fresh from your own garden are a real treat!
Irrigation for Home Gardens
Part One is an intro to the basics of home irrigation. Part Two, a more detailed irrigation tutorial, is coming soon.
Curcubits
We'll be expanding this one, but here we are starting with mirlitons, a local favorite.
Brassicas
A wide range of crops are included here: broccoli, cauliflower, cabbage, bok choi, and more.
Tomatoes
Get details about growing tomatoes in our area, including soil, water, common pests and diseases, and peculiar things tomatoes do.
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Diseases and Pests
Discover what is bothering your plants and how to fix the problem.
Irish Potatoes
Everything you need to know about growing potatoes in our region.