The 19 Best Cool-Weather Crops for a Productive Fall Garden

19 of the Best Cool-Weather Crops for a Productive Fall Garden

Autumn is my favorite time of year! As the air becomes crisp and fresh, I find myself reenergized and geared up for a second round of gardening.

For me, growing crops in the fall has become a fantastic way to continue to bask in the garden magic for much longer each year.

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There are many delightful crops that grow well in a fall garden.

In fact, many species and varieties, such as various cole crops, become even more tender and flavorful when planted for an autumn harvest.

Read on to learn about some of my favorites!

Who doesn’t love the spicy, sharp kick of a fresh arugula salad?

Arugula (Eruca vesicaria ssp. sativa) does very well in cool temperatures and is a quick and easy addition to any fall garden.

One of the best parts of my autumn morning routine is taking a quick stroll through the garden to pick some fresh arugula leaves for my breakfast sandwich, stopping for just a moment to appreciate the vibrant fall colors all around me.

To maintain a continuous harvest of arugula throughout the fall, broadcast seeds in late summer and repeat sow every couple of weeks. Harvest until plants begin to flower or die back.

Eden Brothers has seeds for a number of tasty varieties to choose from. And you can check out our roundup to learn more about the different types.

Learn more about growing arugula in our guide.

Red, juicy, and delicious, there is nothing quite like a beet to give a meal a little flair.

Beets (Beta vulgaris) are a great choice for a fall garden, tending to have even more vibrant