Growing a Fall Garden

Growing a Fall Garden

Plan and plant your fall vegetable garden with ease! Learn about cool-season crops, soil preparation, and frost protection to extend your harvest.

Why Plant a Fall Garden?

A fall garden is the perfect opportunity to enjoy cool-season crops that thrive as temperatures drop. Crops like kohlrabi, beets, carrots, endive, spinach, and lettuce are well-suited for fall planting and can provide delicious produce well into the cooler months.

Steps for Planting a Fall Garden

1. Select Your Crops

Choose vegetables that flourish in cooler temperatures. Popular options include:

  • Kohlrabi
  • Beets
  • Carrots
  • Spinach
  • Lettuce
  • Greens
  • Broccoli

2. Prepare Your Soil

Clear out any spent summer crops and till the soil. Add compost or organic fertilizer to enrich the soil and create a healthy foundation for your fall vegetables.

3. Manage Soil Temperature

Some seeds, like spinach, require cooler soil temperatures for germination (below 75°F). Use shade fabric and water the soil generously to cool it down. A soil thermometer can help you monitor the temperature.

4. Use Season Extenders

Consider using Agribon Floating Row Cover for frost protection as temperatures drop. Wire hoops or a permanent structure can hold up the fabric, ensuring your crops stay safe from frost.

5. Timing Your Planting

To determine when to plant, calculate backward from your first frost date:

  • Subtract the crop’s days to maturity.
  • Subtract two weeks to account for slower autumn growth.
  • Subtract the days to germination.

For example, if your first frost date is November 1st and you want to grow beets (12 weeks to maturity), plant them by mid-August.

Get Started with Fall Planting

With proper planning and preparation, your fall garden can be a success! Explore our collection of organic and non-GMO seeds to get started on your cool-season crops.

Don’t wait too long—start planting your fall garden now and enjoy a bountiful harvest! Grow Organic for Life.

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