At sowing time, prepare moderately rich, well-drained soil and follow this timing: Start indoors 5 to 6 weeks before transplanting after frost danger. Keep the surface moist until emergence, label the row, and thin seedlings according to the recommended spacing. During active growth, provide full sun and monitor soil moisture, weeds, and leaf condition. Regular watering at soil level. In warm or windy weather, check containers and exposed beds more frequently. Remove damaged material and keep enough space for air circulation. At harvest or after flowering, use clean tools and clear unhealthy debris. Healthy residue may be composted where appropriate. At the end of the season, clean containers and tools, record useful observations, and store remaining seed in a cool, dry, dark place. For best results, label the row and observe the plants regularly as conditions change through the season. Adjust watering to rainfall, wind, container size, and the actual moisture at soil level. Good air circulation and adequate spacing help foliage dry normally after rain or irrigation. Keep the growing area free of weeds that compete for light, moisture, and nutrients. Use clean tools for harvest and remove damaged plant material when it appears. Always follow the packet information when a variety-specific direction differs from general guidance. A simple garden label makes the cultivar easy to identify from sowing through harvest or flowering. Check young plants frequently because small moisture or pest problems are easier to address early. Avoid standing water around the roots, even when the crop prefers steady moisture.