Vegetables with a short maturity time are best to be planted later in the farming season. To extend your growing season even longer you can plant your seeds under floating row covers or cold frames that will allow light, air, and water to penetrate, but will shield your plants from frost. Depending on your region, other vegetables can thrive in the autumn air. That’s why our friends at The Spruce have put together this helpful list of vegetables that grow well in the fall, specified by region.
Before planting you’ll need to work backward from the frost date to determine when you should plant your seeds. Typically, maturity information can be found on the back of your seed packets.
Almost all of the vegetables you plant in the spring will grow well in the fall. They tend to tolerate light frosts that may come early in the season, and grow well in days with short daylight and mild temperatures. Listed below are the top best vegetables and herbs that can be planted in September!
Northern U.S., Midwest, and Southern Canada
- Collard Greens
- Arugula
- Lettuce
- Mustard Greens
- Mache
North Central U.S., Rocky Mountains
- Mache
- Spinach
- Arugula
- Lettuce
Pacific Northwest
- Bok Choy
- Arugula
- Lettuce
- Collard Greens
Southeast/Gulf Coast Region
- Arugula
- Bok Choy
- Beets
- Brussels Sprouts
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Carrots
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Southwest
- Collard Greens
- Cauliflower
- Kale
- Lettuce
- Leeks
Enjoy fresh produce when you grow it yourself this fall!