Eight Plants You Can Still Plant and Grow in November
As the temperatures start to drop and winter sets in, many gardeners think that it's too late to start a new garden. But, did you know that you can still plant and grow certain plants even in November, especially if you're in zone 9 or above? In this blog, we'll be covering eight plants that you can still plant and grow in November, just before the first frost sets in.
Peas: Peas are very easy to grow and germinate quickly. In just three days, you can see the pea seeds germinate, and in five days, you'll have pea seedlings. Pea plants grow quickly, making them perfect for planting in November. Within 30 days, pea plants can grow up to one foot tall, and they are frost hardy and can withstand temperatures down to 28°F (92°C). You can start harvesting peas just two months after planting.
Carrots: Carrots can be direct seeded into your ground in November in zone 9 and above. Carrots are also frost-resistant and hardy down to 15°F (-9°C). Make sure to plant them in loose soil or in a raised bed, and you can start harvesting carrots just two to three months after planting.
Radish: Radishes love loose soil, so make sure to plant them on a berm or in a raised bed. Radishes are also very fast-growing, and you can start harvesting radish just 30 days after planting, making them a perfect option for planting in November. Radishes can withstand light frost and are hardy down to 28°F (92°C).
Lettuce: Lettuce is a leafy green that you can start harvesting as soon as the plant has about three to four cents of list, which is just 30 days after planting. This makes lettuce a great option for planting in November. Lettuce can withstand light frost and is hardy down to 28°F (92°C).
Spinach: Spinach is another leafy green that you can still plant in November. Spinach is fast-growing and can withstand light frost, making it a great option for planting in zone 9 and above. You can start harvesting spinach just 45 days after planting.
Arugula: Arugula is a spicy, bitter green that is great for planting in November. Arugula grows quickly and can withstand light frost, making it a perfect option for planting in zone 9 and above. You can start harvesting arugula just 35 days after planting.
Mustard Greens: Mustard greens are another option for planting in November. They grow quickly and can withstand light frost, making them a great option for planting in zone 9 and above. You can start harvesting mustard greens just 45 days after planting.
Kale: Kale is a frost-hardy green that you can still plant in November in zone 9 and above. Kale is a slow-growing green, but it is frost hardy and can withstand temperatures down to 15°F (-9°C). You can start harvesting kale just 60 days after planting.
In conclusion, if you're in zone 9 or above, you still have time to plant and grow certain vegetables this November. Peas, carrots, radishes, lettuce, spinach, arugula, mustard greens, and kale are all great options for planting before the first frost sets in. Get started on your fall garden today and enjoy fresh produce from your own backyard.