Small Veggie Garden

Explore the vibrant plants included in your Winter subscription — perfect for cold-weather recipes.

Learn how each variety thrives in the cold and how to place them in your garden for a productive growing season.

The Plants

Purple Magic Broccoli

Plant to Harvest:
50–70 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Cover with low tunnels or frost cloth to protect from frost; keep harvesting side shoots.

Cauliflower

Plant to Harvest:
75–90 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Prefers steady cool weather. Use floating row covers to guard against hard freezes.

Butter Lettuce

Plant to harvest:
45–55 days
Space Needed:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Grow in raised beds and cover with plastic during frosts. Grows best between 40–60°F (5–15°C).

Tuscan Kale

Plant to harvest:
60–75 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Improves flavor after light frosts. Great for winter growing with minimal protection.

Roma Tomato

Plant to harvest:
70–85 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Not frost-tolerant. Only viable in winter with a heated greenhouse or tall tunnel.

Endive

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Plant to harvest:
50–90 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Tolerates cold well. Use straw or mulch to prevent soil from freezing.

Charleston Wakefield Cabbage

Plant to harvest:
65–75 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Start in early fall. Use row tunnels to ensure heads form before hard frosts.

Bell Pepper

Plant to harvest:
70–90 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Needs warmth. Only suitable in winter inside heated tunnels or greenhouses.

Baby Broccoli

Plant to harvest:
55–65 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Prefers cool seasons. Cover with frost cloth if frost is expected.

Armenian Cucumber

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Plant to Harvest:
50–60 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Harvest pods when they are 3–4 inches long for the best texture. Regular picking encourages continuous production.

Black-eyed Pea

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Plant to Harvest:
60–90 days
Space Needed:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Harvest pods when they are 3–4 inches long for the best texture. Regular picking encourages continuous production.

Okra
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Plant to harvest:
50–65 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Harvest pods when they are 3–4 inches long for the best texture. Regular picking encourages continuous production.

Tomato - Rio Grande

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Plant to harvest:
75–80 days
Space Needed:
24-36 inches

Tip:
This is a heat-tolerant tomato variety, perfect for hot and tropical weather. Provide strong support as plants grow to keep fruit off the ground.

Cantaloupe
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Plant to harvest:
75–90 days
Space Needed:
24-36 inches

Tip:
Trellising your canteloupe in your garden will be the easiest way to prevent the fruit from rotting. If you do not want to trellis your leons, use a melon cradle to avoid rot and pests on the bottom of your fruits. Needs good air circulation to prevent powdery mildew. Pick when the fruit easily separates from the vine.

Malabar Spinach

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Plant to harvest:
50–70 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Unlike traditional spinach, which struggles in the heat, Malabar Spinach thrives in the warm conditions. This plant prefers hot weather and will not bolt like regular spinach. Regular pruning encourages bushier growth.

Green String Bean - Contender Bush

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Plant to harvest:
50–55 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This bush variety is a classic green bean. This plant produces well in warm weather, and should be planted in full sun. Add a layer of mulch to conserve water in hot months.


Banana Pepper
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Plant to harvest:
70–75 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This is a heat tolerant banana pepper variety, perfect for tropical hot weather.Pick when yellow for a mild taste or wait until red for more sweetness. Frequent harvesting increases production.

Green Zucchini

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Plant to harvest:
50–60 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Harvest when 6–8 inches long for the best flavor and texture. Mulching helps retain moisture and prevents soil from splashing onto leaves.

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Bell Pepper
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Plant to Harvest:
60-90 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This is a heat tolerant bell pepper to prepare for warm summer months. Bell peppers thrive in full sun and require consistent moisture to prevent stress. Avoid overwatering, as this can lead to root rot—let the soil dry slightly between waterings.

Cucumber - Spacemaster Bush

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Plant to Harvest:
60 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This compact bush variety benefits from a trellis for cleaner fruit. Keep soil consistently moist to prevent bitterness.

Tuscan Kale

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Plant to harvest:
45-55 days
Space Needed:
12-16 inches

Tip:
This is a hardy variety of kale that performs well in cooler temperatures, making it ideal for fall gardening. Tuscan kale thrives in well-drained, fertile soil and enjoys full sun, but it can tolerate partial shade as well. Keep the soil consistently moist, but avoid waterlogging to prevent root diseases. Regular harvesting of the outer leaves encourages new growth, and the flavor improves after a light frost. Be sure to protect it from extreme cold if frost is expected for extended periods.

Tomatillo

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Plant to harvest:
65-85 days
Space Needed:
24-36 inches

Tip:
Harvest when 6–8 inches long for the best flavor and texture. Mulching helps retain moisture and prevents soil from splashing onto leaves.

Collard Greens

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Plant to harvest:
75-95 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Tomatillos need plenty of sun and well-drained soil. In the fall, water them regularly but avoid overwatering. While they prefer warmth, they can tolerate cooler temperatures. If frost is expected, cover the plants to protect them. Plant at least two for proper pollination.

Dwarf Cherry Tomato

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Plant to harvest:
65–75 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This tomato plant will stay small, growing to 18-24 inches in height. These compact plants thrive in the heat and produce small, sweet, and flavorful fruits that mature quickly.

Eggplant
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Plant to harvest:
75-90 days
Space it needs:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Eggplants thrive in full sun and benefit from a steady supply of water. Use a mulch around the base of the plant to help retain moisture and keep weeds at bay.

Malabar Spinach

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Plant to harvest:
50–70 days
Space it needs:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Unlike traditional spinach, which struggles in the heat, Malabar Spinach thrives in the warm conditions. This plant prefers hot weather and will not bolt like regular spinach. Regular pruning encourages bushier growth.

Purple Magic Broccoli

Plant to Harvest:
70–90 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
This variety tolerates cold well. Plant in late fall and allow it to grow through winter—florets are tighter and sweeter in chilly weather.

Cauliflower

Plant to Harvest:
75–100 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Prefers steady cool temperatures. Protect with row covers and blanch heads by folding leaves inward once formed.

Jack B Little Mini Pumpkin

Plant to harvest:
95–110 days
Space Needed:
24-36 inches

Tip:
Best grown where winters are mild. Start early and protect young plants with mulch and clear plastic to extend warmth.

Red Express Cabbage

Plant to harvest:
63–76 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
A fast-maturing cabbage that handles cold very well. Mulch heavily and harvest even after light frosts.

Tuscan Kale

Plant to harvest:
60–75 days
Space Needed:
16-24 inches

Tip:
Kale loves cold. In winter, flavor becomes richer and sweeter. Keep harvesting lower leaves and protect roots with straw.

Swiss Chard – Bright Lights

Plant to harvest:
50–65 days
Space Needed:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Surprisingly cold-hardy. In winter, growth slows but continues. Mulch heavily and harvest outer leaves sparingly.

Mustard

Plant to harvest:
40–60 days
Space Needed:
12-16 inches

Tip:
Grows quickly in cool weather. Winter mustard leaves are tender and less spicy. Protect from hard frost with row cover.

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. 

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Helpful Tips & Fun Recipes