Best Crops to Grow in April: Corn, Cucumber, Peanuts, Eggs, and Parsley

🌽Corn is a versatile crop that can be grown in different varieties, such as Glass Gem, popping corn, and sweet corn. Plant corn in a block planting style to ensure successful pollination.

🥒Cucumbers are a refreshing and easy-to-grow vegetable. Choose from varieties like Tasty Green, Spacemaster 80, and Armenian cucumbers. Provide trellis support for vining varieties.

🥜Peanuts are a protein-rich and fat-rich crop that is easy to grow in warm climates. Plant peanut seeds directly in the ground after the last frost and harvest them after five months.

🍳Eggs are a great source of protein and can be grown by planting an egg in the ground (April Fool's joke!). However, you can start your own e-commerce business with Shopify to sell your products and boost your online presence.

🌿Parsley is a versatile herb that can be grown for culinary and ornamental purposes. Flat-leaf Italian parsley and curly parsley are popular varieties. Parsley also serves as a host plant for swallowtail butterflies.

What is the best way to grow corn?

—Corn is best grown by direct sowing the seeds in a block planting style, ensuring good pollination. Provide support for vining varieties and water regularly.

How can I grow cucumbers in limited space?

—If you have limited space, choose compact cucumber varieties like Spacemaster 80 or grow them in containers. Provide vertical support for vining varieties.

Can I grow peanuts in a colder climate?

—While peanuts thrive in warm climates, there are cold-tolerant varieties like the Northern Hardy Valencia that can be grown in colder climates. Start seeds indoors before the last frost and transplant them outdoors.

How can I start my own e-commerce business?

—You can start your own e-commerce business by using platforms like Shopify. It provides easy-to-use tools for setting up an online store, managing transactions, and tracking inventory.

Is parsley easy to grow from seed?

—Yes, parsley is relatively easy to grow from seed. Soak the seeds before planting, ensure moisture in the soil, and provide regular care and maintenance.

00:00April is a great time to start planting various crops in the garden.

02:19Corn is a versatile and rewarding crop to grow with different varieties and planting techniques.

09:56Cucumbers are easy to grow and can be enjoyed fresh or pickled.

05:04Peanuts are a protein and fat-rich crop that can be harvested after five months of growth.

05:55Eggs add protein to the garden and can be grown through a Shopify business.

09:55Parsley is a versatile herb that is both ornamental and useful in cooking.