SIMPLE AND EFFECTIVE WAY TO START AND GROW YOUR OWN PEANUTS AT HOME.

The growing season for peanuts is from 130 to 160 days, which is why it is often considered a southern crop.But good news is, even northern regions can grow it . Just start by growing them  indoor until the ground ground is at least 65 degrees.

Let's get started.

Step one 

-Picks location for your peanuts,it must be an open field that can get 8 hours of direct sunlight 

-The soil must be loose and rich and we'll drained.

-Growing in pot you must make sure it is atleast 18-20 inches across and18 inches deep for planting.

Step two 

-Brake a 'peg' from the peanuts shell to expose the seeds and plant seeds atleast 2 inches into the soil.

-Water once a week and make sure you don't over water your peanuts.

Step 3

-When the produce yellow flowers within 30-40 days Mount your peanut plant with soil around the base of the plant so peanuts 'pegs' can push into the soil.The same way when you Mount your potatoes.

-Always keep the soil for 'pegs' as they develop.

Final and last stage 

-Stop watering about two weeks before harvest your peanuts 

-It will take about 130-160 days before harvest.

-When the flowers become yellow and falls, try to be careful when taking out the plant.

-Caefully , slowly hand pull the plant.

-Shake off excess soil and allow to with in two to three weeks depending on your region weather.

-Don't try to use them will they are still moist .

-Remove the peanuts pod from the plant and spread them in a single layer in a cool dry place for atleast a week or two.

Enjoy your own nuts anytime, anywhere!

 

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