15 Vegetables You Must Grow in Your Summer Garden

Summer is the perfect time to start growing your own vegetables. Not only is it satisfying to watch your plants grow, but it's also a great way to enjoy fresh, organic produce. In this blog, we'll cover 15 vegetables that you should consider growing in your summer garden. From tomatoes to corn, we'll go through the steps to help you get started.

1. Tomatoes

   Tomatoes are a staple in any garden. Whether you're growing heirloom tomatoes or cherry tomatoes, they're easy to grow and produce delicious fruit. The determinate variety produces all of its fruit at once, while the indeterminate variety keeps producing all summer long.

2. Eggplants

   Eggplants come in many different varieties, but the Japanese and Blackberry eggplants are some of the best. They grow throughout the summer and keep producing until fall. Roasting eggplants brings out their delicious flavor.

3. Hot Peppers

   Chillies or hot peppers are a must-grow in the summer. They're easy to grow, have few pest problems, and produce lots of peppers all summer long.

4. Sweet Peppers

   Bell peppers or capsicum are also great for summer gardens. They can be tricky to grow, but with lots of compost and proper nutrient levels, you can enjoy sweet peppers all summer long.

5. Okra

   Okra is an underrated vegetable that is easy to grow. As long as you keep picking them regularly, they will produce a continuous supply all summer long. Okra is great for stir-fry.

6. Green Beans

   Green beans are one of the easiest vegetables to grow in the summer. Plant them in succession every two weeks, and you'll have a continuous supply all summer long.

7. Sweet Potatoes

   Sweet potatoes belong to the morning glory family of plants, and they're easy to grow from slips. Plant the slips in your garden, and you'll have lots of sweet potatoes by fall.

8. Cucumbers

   There are many different varieties of cucumbers, but the Armenian cucumber is a favorite for summer gardens. They're great for snacking and easy to grow.

9. Gourds

   All gourds are easy to grow in the summer, and bitter gourd is an excellent choice for health benefits.

10. Squash

    Summer squash plants grow like crazy and can get quite large, so make sure you give them enough space to grow.

11. Pumpkins

    Pumpkins also grow well in the summer, and planting them in June will have them ready for Halloween.

12. Basil

    Basil is easy to grow and is a popular herb for soups, salads, pasta, and sandwiches. Prune basil regularly for a bigger and bushier plant.

13. Mint

    Mint is a perennial that does well in summer, but make sure to plant it in a confined space to prevent it from taking over your garden.

14. Parsley

    Parsley is another herb that does well in the summer. Start it from seed indoors and then plant it in your garden.

15. Corn

    Organic non-GMO corn seeds should be planted directly in your garden for a delicious summer harvest.

Growing your own vegetables can be a fun and rewarding experience. With these 15 vegetables, you can enjoy fresh produce all summer long. Happy gardening!