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12 plants for a fall harvest - National Garden Bureau #gardeningtips

Planting Now for a Fall Harvest!

Foodscaping, Planting Tips, VegetablesAugust 2, 2018gail

Why Fall Plant…

As you harvest your tomatoes, peppers, and eggplants, you might think your garden is winding down. But wait, there’s more! You can start your planting now and reap a fall harvest all through the cool autumn season.

Fall planting not only extends your garden season but also brings on those delicious crops that do best in the cooler weather, often tasting their best after a frost or two. There are usually fewer pests to worry about, less watering, and less sweat in the cooler fall months!

Tips To Planning Your Fall Garden

  1. Find your average first frost date.

    Take a moment and check out this Average First Frost Map to see when you can expect your area’s first frost. This way you can decide when to plant your fall crops, if you have the time to plant, and if you will need additional protection.

  2. Check “days to harvest” on each crop.

    If you are planting seeds, the package will include “days to harvest” information. Check this number and count back from your average first frost to see if you really have time to plant and harvest the vegetables. Another way is to check this handy Fall-Harvest Planting Calculator that calculates from your “frost-free days” and tells you when to plant typical fall crops in your area.

  3. Make some room in your garden.

    Remove those spent vegetable plants that have stopped producing, or are diseased, to give your garden some additional room.  Try Foodscaping and add your fall crops to your landscape by removing spent annuals or cutting back perennials for space.  Kale, spinach, swiss chard, and many fall crops will bring a new fall inspired look to your landscape.

  4. Look for plants too.

    Many garden centers will now have plants in stock for fall planting. In addition to starting your fall garden from seed, look to purchase some fall plants as well. Brussel sprouts, broccoli, and cauliflower are often easier to grow and mature from transplants rather than seed.

  5. Water and keep cool.

    One of the biggest challenges for starting your fall garden in the hottest part of the year is keeping the seeds watered and cool. Remember to keep the seeds moist by watering often and be sure to put down mulch. If the heat and sun get too extreme, add a lightweight summer fabric like this from NGB member Gardener’s Supply Company.

12 Crops to Plant for a Fall Harvest

Bean Seychelles - 55 days harvest - ideal for fall gardening - National Garden Bureau

Beans Pole Seychelles
Harvest: 55 days

Beet Avalanche from GardenTrends - Year of the Beet - National Garden Bureau

Beet Avalanche
Harvest: 50 days

Carrot Malbec - Plant for Fall Gardening - harvest in 70 days - National Garden Bureau

Carrot Melbec
Harvest: 70 days

Fennel Antares

Fennel Antares
Harvest: 58 days

Kale Prizm - National Garden Bureau

Kale Prizm
Harvest: 50 – 60 days

AAS Winner Kohlrabi Konan - National Garden Bureau

Kohlrabi Konan
Harvest: 50 days

Lettuce Optima is perfect for Fall Planting - National Garden Bureau

Lettuce Optima
Harvest: 54 days

Mizunia Miz America - perfect for Fall Harvest - National Garden Bureau

Mizuna Miz America
Harvest: 20-30 days

Pak Choi Asian Delight - perfect for fall harvest - National Garden Center

Pak Choi Asian Delight
Harvest: 30-50 days

Radish Rudolf is a great crop for Fall Planting - National Garden Bureau

Radish Rudolf
Harvest: 24 days

Swiss Chard Bright Lights - perfect for Fall Planting - National Garden Bureau

Swiss Chard Bright Lights
Harvest: 59 days

Zucchini Squash Green Griller - fall harvest - National Garden Bureau

Zucchini Green Griller
Harvest: 50 days

Shop our NGB members for your Fall Harvest Seeds and Plants

Learn more about Fall Gardening from these member’s informative posts…

  • Fall Gardening Makes Sense
  • These Vegetables Take A Chill
  • Focus On: Growing Fall Beets
  • Seeds to Start in July
  • How to Plan Your Fall Garden
  • What to Plant Now — Beets, Fennel & Kale

“This post is provided as an educational/inspirational service of the National Garden Bureau and our members. Please credit and link to National Garden Bureau and author member when using all or parts of this article.”
12 Plants for Fall Planting - National Garden Bureau - #gardeningtips
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