Because fresh produce doesn’t have to end once summer does.
Below, experts share eight fall vegetables you should plant now as the weather transitions from summer to autumn.
Carrots
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Carrots are a prime pick for the fall growing season.
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Carrots flourish in cool weather and enjoy fewer pests in the fall months.
It thrives in the cool fall weather and is perfectfor saladsor cooking.
Spinach grows best in well-draining soil and full to partial sun.
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Plant the hardy greens at least six weeks before the first frost for a full fall harvest.
Its incredibly cold-hardy and actually tastes sweeter after exposure to frost.
Plant your peas in early fall and harvest them before the first frost to enjoy savory,nutritious dishes.
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This is incredibly beneficial if youre thinking ahead to your winter or spring garden.
Brussels Sprouts
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Brussels sprouts are also ideal for fall, Sons says.
The cooler temperatures and shorter autumn days provide the perfect conditions for Brussels sprouts to develop theirbest flavorand size.
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Its anutrient-packed vegetablethats perfect for fall gardens.
Broccoli is part of the Brassicaceae family, a hardy group that includes Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.
These nutritious greens grow well in mild to cool fall temperatures with full sunlight.
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Plant broccoli 6 to 8 weeks before the first frost for optimal growing conditions.
Cauliflower
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Cauliflower is perfect for a fall garden, Ingham says.
Cauliflower loves cooler weather and can even handle a light frost, which often improves the flavor.
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Cauliflower thrives with nutrient-rich soil, which you’re able to create byadding compostto your garden.
Keep the soil moist with regular watering for cauliflower to flourish.
These fast-growing root vegetables can be ready for harvest in as little as 30 days.
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