Although the majority of gardeners plant in the Spring and harvest in the Summer, there are quite a few options for any Johnny-Come-Lately planters that would still like to enjoy their garden as the temperature cools down. Here are our 7 recommendations to consider planting for a Fall harvest.

1. Broccoli

Broccoli is an excellent choice for a fall garden due to its tolerance for lower temperatures. Broccoli is a member of the Brassica family of vegetables which are known to do well in colder weather. 

2. Carrots

Carrots are a great option due to their naturally sweet taste that is full of essential vitamins and nutrients. They are known for improving eyesight which is true and for carrot fanatics they can also help your skin produce a natural tan without sun exposure. 

3. Beets

Beets are another common option for fall planting. They are a health super food that are especially known for heart disease fighting power. Beets are great when they are pickled and eaten on tacos and salads. 

4. Spinach

Spinach is an essential plant for your garden and does well all times of year! It is the perfect addition for salads and sandwiches due to its higher nutrient density in comparison to lettuce. 

5. Lettuce

Lettuce is a gateway garden vegetable because once you try home grown, fresh lettuce you will be hooked for life! Just like spinach, it is a great option to grow all year around and does especially well in the cool weather of fall. 

6. Radishes

Radishes offer a spicy taste which is quite different from most vegetables. There are many ways to eat radishes, some people like to make them into sauces like horseradish and other people like to enjoy them raw! Radishes are really a 2 for 1 treat because you can eat the greens and the root seperately. 

7. Onions

Onions are a seasonal speciality at Rohrers Seeds along with garlic. Both onions and garlic come fresh as bulbs that are then planted in the fall and harvested the following spring. Unlike the other 6 veggies on this list, your onions will not be ready in the fall but it is the best time to plant them so they will be ready sooner in the spring.