Large Veggie Garden
Explore the vibrant plants included in your fall subscription — perfect for warm-weather recipes like salads, grilled veggies, and salsas.
Learn how each variety thrives in the heat and how to place them in your garden for a productive growing season.
The Plants
Jack B Little Mini Pumpkin
Plant to harvest:
85–100 days
Space it needs:
24-36 inches
Tip:
Plant early in fall to ensure full ripening. Use mulch to retain heat and keep vines off the soil to avoid rot.
Purple Magic Broccoli
Plant to Harvest:
70–90 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Cooler temps help form tight heads. Start in early fall and protect young plants from heat spikes.
Cauliflower
Plant to harvest:
75–100 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Requires consistent temps. Use shade cloth at transplant and row covers as nights cool. Blanch heads by tying
leaves.
Dwarf Cherry Tomato
Plant to harvest:
55–70 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches
Tip:
In fall, choose a full-sun spot. Prune for airflow and ripening. Cover at night if temps drop below 15°C (59°F).
Armenian Cucumber
Plant to harvest:
60–70 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Not frost-tolerant. Start early in fall and harvest before nights fall below 13°C. Pick young for crisp texture.
Rio Grande Tomato
Plant to harvest:
70–85 days
Space Needed:
24-36 inches
Tip:
Warm-loving.. Start early and provide sunlight and vine support.
Butternut Squash
Plant to harvest:
90–110 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Needs full sun and warm soil. Plant early fall, and harvest when skins harden. Cure in shade before storage.
Spaghetti Squash
Plant to harvest:
90–100 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Long-season crop. Start early and harvest before cold. Support vines and harvest when skin resists scratching.
Bell Pepper
Plant to harvest:
60–90 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Best started early. Needs 6–8 hours of sun. Cover at night if temps drop; harvest green if ripening slows.
Lettuce – Prince
Plant to harvest:
50–60 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches
Tip:
Performs well in cool soil. Sow in succession for extended harvest. Keep soil moist to prevent bitterness.
Tuscan Kale
Plant to harvest:
60–75 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Thrives in fall. Frost enhances flavor. Harvest outer leaves and protect root zone with mulch.
Red Express Cabbage
Plant to harvest:
63–76 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Compact and quick. Great for small gardens. Tolerates light frost. Harvest once heads feel firm.
Okra
Plant to harvest:
55–70 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Heat-lover. For fall, start early. Harvest pods small and tender. Watch for slow-down as nights cool.
Eggplant
Plant to harvest:
70–90 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Requires warmth. In fall, plant in sunniest area and use black plastic mulch. Pick fruits regularly to encourage
more.
Anaheim Peppers
Plant to harvest:
70–85 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Ideal for fall if started early. Harvest green or red. Protect from nighttime chills with row cover.
Basil
Plant to harvest:
45–60 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches
Tip:
Very sensitive to cold. Plant in containers for easy protection. Pinch often to prevent flowering.
Oregano
Plant to harvest:
75–90 days (for harvest)
Space it needs:
12-16 inches
Tip:
Perennial herb. In fall, harvest lightly. Excellent in containers. Avoid overwatering in cooler conditions.
Tomatillo
Plant to harvest:
65–85 days
Space it needs:
24-36 inches
Tip:
Needs heat to mature. Plant early and ensure full sun. Harvest when husks split open.
Red Yard long Beans
Plant to harvest:
75–90 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Needs warmth. Best if planted early fall. Use trellising. Harvest pods young and continuously.
Tea Hibiscus (Roselle)
Plant to harvest:
90–120 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches
Tip:
Long-season crop. Start early and harvest calyces before temps dip. Protect young plants with mulch and full sun.
Dwarf Sunflower
Plant to harvest:
50–65 days (flowering)
Space it needs:
16-24 inches
Tip:
Short-season ornamental. Prefers full sun and tolerates mild fall weather. Direct sow and water deeply.
Garden Layout
Get ready to transform your space into a vibrant veggie haven! We’ve put together a simple yet effective garden layout that will help you maximize your area and grow a variety of fresh, delicious vegetables.
