Jane Greeley: 6 books

First of all, the name of this grain plant is pronounced “keen-wa”, and its seeds are high in protein which makes it a nutritious grain to grow. The protein is considered a “complete” protein, a rarity in the plant world. This makes quinoa a popular food among vegans and vegetarians....

Poppy plants produce brightly colored flowers on sturdy stems with leaves that add texture to a garden landscape. These hardy plants can be tricky to grow in the early stages. The tiny little black seeds need plenty of light, warmth and moisture to sprout. Sensitive seedlings need delicate handling....

Turmeric is likely best known as a pungent and bright yellow spice in Indian cuisine. It’s a tropical plant, and can only be grown outdoors if you live in zones 9 or warmer. Your plants won’t be able to tolerate any climate colder than 65F. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Peanuts are fairly unique in the nut world, as they grow underground and are not produced by large trees. That’s because they are not actually nuts at all, but legumes like beans or peas. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Peach trees are quite delicate, and you will have to watch carefully to protect them from disease and insects. You will be rewarded for your hard work with a crop of golden fresh peaches. They are a bit frost-tender, so you can only grow peaches up to around zone 5. Scroll up... and click on "Buy Now" to deliver almost instantly to your Kobo or other reading device.

Producing your own spiny and delicious pineapple fruit takes years of careful tending to the plant. Growing a pineapple plant is not recommended for people living in cooler climates, as even in warm and sunny Florida these tropical plants need to retreat indoors for the winter. If you are a patient...