Dream Summer Crops & Native Plants: What We'd Grow in Florida, Texas & North Carolina

If you could grow anything this summer, what would make your list? In this episode of The Dirt on Gardening Podcast, we—Andre the Farmer, Urban Gardening with Gray, and The Chocolate Botanist—share our dream summer gardens and the plants we'd love to grow all season long. We compare our favorite summer crops for productive harvests and discuss the native plants we'd recommend for Florida, Texas, and North Carolina. From edible favorites to pollinator-friendly natives, we explore how choosing the right plants for your region can create healthier gardens, support local wildlife, and make gardening more enjoyable. Whether you're looking for inspiration for your summer garden, curious about native species in your state, or simply want to hear what made our personal wish lists, this episode is full of ideas to help you plan your next planting season. Connect With Us Andre the Farmer: https://andrethefarmer.com Urban Gardening with Gray: https://urbangardeningwithgray.com The Chocolate Botanist: https://bio.site/thechocolatebotanist Podcast Sponsors Andre's Pepper Sauce: https://andrethefarmer.com Retain Spray: https://retainspray.com Sonias Bug Spray: https://soniasbugspray.com Thryve Roots: https://thryveroots.com Tune in and let us know: What are your dream summer crops, and which native plants would you recommend for your region? 🌱☀️