Broccoli – Plant this cruciferous vegetable about ½ inch deep and 3 inches apart. Keep them well watered, but don’t get the heads wet; they could rot.
Onions – Start seeds indoors about six weeks before you plant. Plant them 2-6 inches apart in well-drained, loose soil, and add straw mulch between rows to help retain moisture.
Peas – You can grow peas in partial shade, but they’re sweeter when they get full sun. Keep soil well drained, as they can rot easily. Plant seeds 1 inch deep and about 2 inches apart.
Carrots - Carrots are super easy to grow, so they're great for beginners! Be sure your soil is free of rocks or any other obstructions that will inhibit root growth. Keep them watered frequently. Plant in loose soil, ¼ inch deep and about 2-3 inches apart. Be sure there are no rocks or other obstructions in the soil, as this will inhibit root growth.
Radishes – Radishes are also happy with no obstructions in their soil. Sow seeds ½ inch deep and 1 inch apart. Soil will need to be consistently moist; a drip irrigation system is great for radishes.
Mustard greens – This spicy green is great in salads, soups, and stews. A light frost makes their leaves sweeter! Space them 12-18 inches apart.
Collards – Keep soil moist for collards, and plant at least three feet apart.
Kale – Full sun is best for kale, but it can grow in partial shade, too. Like mustard greens, kale’s flavor is usually better after a frost or two. Plant seeds about 8-12 inches apart, and water well.
Turnips – You can enjoy both the root and the leaves of this veggie. Plant turnips about 4-6 inches apart, and keep soil well drained.
Spinach – This hardy veggie will grow all through fall and often into early winter. Plant seeds ½ to 1 inch deep, sowing about 12 seeds per 1 foot. Once the first freeze hits, stop picking the leaves and protect it throughout the winter. It will usually produce again in early spring.