Autumn Harvesting

When most people think of vegetable gardening they think of sunny, bright days shining down on vibrant, ripe edibles. While the most ideal time of the year to start your garden is in the spring, according to bhg.com, there are actually a handful of vegetation that thrive, and do considerably better, in the fall season as well.

Many Brassica plants are perfect for starting up cooler-themed greens in your yard. Below are a few popular items to plant in your autumn-themed garden:

Cabbage

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Cabbage is perfect for eating fresh right after harvesting, or mixing into dishes.

Broccoli

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Broccoli is a must-have in gardens because of its high nutrient content.

Cauliflower

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Cauliflower can be grown year-round, but does best in the cooler months.

Other vegetables in the Brassica family that will also flourish in the fall and winter months are: arugula, kale, lettuce and spinach.

Keeping in mind that our winter days are shorter than in the summer, the time until full maturity will take a little longer than believed. Planting these crops early into the fall season, or before the cool air starts taking over (which can sometimes be fairly late into the fall season for Southern Californians), will be beneficially for the long maturity period.

Whether you’re starting a vegetable garden for a hobby or to save a little extra cash at the grocery store, you don’t need to wait until warmer weather comes around to get out there and start planting!