It’s that time again! It’s time to pull up old plants and start planting new seeds for a fall harvest! Don’t let the coming cooler weather fool you, you can have just as big of a harvest in the fall as you do in the summer.
Its been a hot one this year. As I’m typing the heat index is climbing to an astounding 107 degrees. The plants are having a bit of a hard time to say the least. And it doesn’t help that it hasn’t rained in weeks. Right now, I’m counting the days until fall. It has been challenging to gather up the motivation to get out there in the heat of the morning to take care of the garden I do have. Thankfully it’s almost time to make some space in the garden and plant some new plants, which brings me to my next point.
What plants can I plant in the fall? And when should I start?
Its time to start right now! July is the month I always get outside (no matter how hot it is) and start planting new seeds in the ground. I dig in my big tub of seeds and find so many plants to choose from. I often lose track, which is why I decided to make what I call The Ultimate List of Plants to Plant in The Fall! So let’s get started.
Cruciferous Vegetables and Leafy Greens
There are many cruciferous vegetables that will thrive in cooler weather. Here are a few that you might enjoy having in your fall garden.
- Arugula
- Bok Choy
- Broccoli
- Brussel Sprouts
- Cabbage
- Chinese Cabbage
- Collard Greens
- Corn Salad
- Dock
- Kale
- Kohlrabi
- Lettuce
- Mizuna
- Mustard
- Spinach
- Watercress
Squash
You don’t have to grow just winter squash in your fall garden, you can grow summer squash as well! I’ve noticed when I grow squash in my fall garden that I have less trouble with squash bugs. Here are some varieties you could choose from.
- Acorn Squash
- Buttercup Squash
- Butternut Squash
- Candy Roaster Squash
- Chayote Squash
- Cheese Pumpkin
- Cushaw Squash
- Galeux D’ Eysnes Squash
- Hubbard Squash
- Lady Godiva Squash
- Patty Pan Squash
- Red Kuri Squash
- Scallop Squash
- Spaghetti Squash
- Sugar Pumpkin
- Tahitian Melon
- Yellow Squash
- Zucchini
- Zucchino Rampicante
Root Vegetables
Root vegetables are another good vegetable to add to your fall garden.
- Beets
- Carrots
- Leeks
- Onions
- Parsnips
- Radish
- Rutabaga
- Salsify
- Turnips
Beans
I love that I can grow beans in the summer and fall. We save so much money growing beans!
- Bush Beans
- Lima Beans
- Long Beans
- Pole Beans
- Runner Beans
- Wax Beans
- Winged Beans
- Peas (not a bean)
Herbs
Don’t think you have only summertime to grow your herbs! Start some of these herbs listed below to stock up in your seasoning cabinet!
- Chervil
- Chives
- Cilantro
- Lemon Balm
- Oregano
- Parsley
- Sage
- Thyme
Preparing for Next Spring
If you have patience and want to have an early spring harvest you could start some of these plants listed below this fall, cover what you planted with straw or hay, and these plants will be among the first to sprout in the spring!
- Burdock
- Garlic
- Marshmallow
- Onion Seeds
There you have it!
This list was meant to help you find new choices for your fall garden. Did I forget something? Comment what I forgot below!
Lovely photos and comprehensive list!