Wonderful Fall Vegetables

It’s almost time to begin planting if you are hoping for fall vegetables. Most vegetables have an exact climate they need to flourish. The following are popular group of fall vegetables:

1. Broccoli is a flowering plant that is basically a green version of cauliflower. It has a thick stalk and flowering ends with wrapping green leaves. This is an ideal fall vegetable.
2. Spinach, any green leafy vegetable will do well in the cool air and soil. Spinach may seem to grow slow but will accelerate in the last two weeks.
3. Onions are a healthy and sturdy fall vegetable
4. Brussels sprouts are a member of the cabbage family. They thrive in cool weather and do not grow in well in warm climates. They are a slow growing plant and react positively to the freezes of the winter months.
5. Carrots are another popular vegetable that grows well during the fall. If planted in the midsummer, carrots thrive in the cool weather and produce the much desired baby carrot.

As you prepare to plant and cultivate your fall vegetables you may want to keep some of these suggestions in mind:

o Fall vegetables need a lot of fertilizer. Make sure to take good care of the soil you will be planting in. Preparation of the soil can be the determining factor of the quality of your crop.
o Make sure to plant the middle of September. Be aware of your weather conditions and be sure to take appropriate actions that will keep your vegetables safe. The average time for the first freeze usually occurs in October with stronger and fiercer freezes coming in November.
o If you are anticipating a frost, you will need to cover the soil where your vegetables are planted. Nursery’s, along with home improvement stores, may have adequate supplies to keep your garden safe.
o Keep the soil wet before you plant your seeds. Experts differ on the amount of time needed to properly prepare your soil. Some claim you need to begin watering the soil two to three days before planting while some suggest a half hour before planting is sufficient to aid in germination.
o Keep the soil saturated during after your seeds are planted. This will help your seeds germinate.
o Cover your soil with mulch or another material that will keep the moisture in the ground and protect the soil from the elements.

As you prepare to begin your planting for the fall season of vegetables remember that the key is in the preparation of the soil. Make sure that the soil is well fertilized and watered. Keep the ground and budding plants safe from frost by buying protective covers that will keep the vegetables safe from the elements. Planting during the fall months also gives the soil extra nutrients that will be valuable with up and coming crops. As you work with the soil and cultivate your vegetables, you will look forward to your next season and your next grouping of produce.