Choose a warm location with full sun
Use loose, well-drained sandy soil
Test soil pH and aim for 5.8 to 6.2
Prepare the soil by removing rocks and weeds
Add compost if needed, but avoid excess nitrogen
Plant raw, untreated peanut seeds after the last frost
Sow seeds 1 to 2 inches deep
Space seeds 6 to 8 inches apart in rows 24 to 36 inches apart
Keep soil evenly moist until germination
Thin plants if they are overcrowded
Water regularly during flowering and pod development
Hill soil lightly around plants as they grow
Avoid high-nitrogen fertilizer
Keep the planting area weed-free
Let the yellow flowers form pegs and enter the soil
Stop watering when plants begin to mature
Harvest when leaves yellow and pods are full
Dig plants carefully to avoid losing pods
Dry harvested peanuts in a warm, airy place
Store fully dried peanuts in a cool, dry location