Kale
A hardy green that thrives in cooler weather, kale becomes sweeter after a frost. It’s packed with vitamins A, C, and K.
Spinach
Another cold-tolerant leafy green, spinach grows quickly and can be harvested multiple times. It’s rich in iron and calcium.
Swiss Chard
This colorful vegetable is both heat and cold tolerant, providing a long harvest season. It’s a great source of vitamins A and C.
Collard Greens
Known for their large, sturdy leaves, collards can withstand frost and become sweeter in cold weather. They’re high in fiber and vitamin K.
Arugula
With its peppery flavor, arugula grows quickly in cooler temperatures. It’s perfect for salads and is rich in vitamins A and K.
Lettuce
Many lettuce varieties thrive in fall, including romaine and butterhead. Lettuce is easy to grow and provides a continuous harvest.
Broccoli
This cool-weather crop produces best in the fall, yielding heads that are rich in vitamins C and K.
Cauliflower
Preferring cooler temperatures, cauliflower heads develop best in fall and are high in fiber and vitamins B and C.
Brussels Sprouts
These miniature cabbages grow well in fall and improve in flavor after a frost. They are packed with vitamins C and K.
Cabbage
Both green and red cabbage varieties thrive in cool weather, making fall an ideal time for growing. Cabbage is high in vitamin C.
Radishes
Quick-growing and frost-tolerant, radishes add a spicy crunch to salads and are rich in antioxidants.
Turnips
Both the roots and greens of turnips are edible, making them a versatile fall crop. They’re high in vitamin C and fiber.
Carrots
Fall is perfect for growing carrots, which become sweeter as the temperatures drop. They are rich in beta-carotene and fiber.
Beets
Beets thrive in cooler weather and offer edible roots and greens. They’re a good source of folate and manganese.
Parsnips
These root vegetables taste best after exposure to frost, developing a sweet, nutty flavor. They are high in fiber and vitamin C.
Garlic
Typically planted in the fall and harvested the following summer, garlic is essential in many cuisines and offers numerous health benefits.
Onions
Like garlic, onions can be planted in fall for an early summer harvest. They are high in vitamin C and antioxidants.
Leeks
Leeks prefer cooler weather and are a staple in soups and stews. They provide vitamins A and K.
Scallions (Green Onions)
These fast-growing onions are perfect for fall planting, offering a mild flavor for salads and garnishes.
Peas
Both snap and snow peas can be planted in early fall, producing sweet pods before winter sets in. They are high in vitamins A, C, and K.
