Growing your own vegetables can be a rewarding experience, especially when you can harvest your crops quickly. Here are 30 fast-growing vegetables that are not only easy to grow but also delicious:
1. Radishes
- Time to Harvest: 20-30 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and full sun. Thin seedlings to allow proper growth.
2. Lettuce
- Time to Harvest: 30-45 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cooler temperatures and partial shade. Harvest outer leaves for a continuous supply.
3. Spinach
- Time to Harvest: 30-40 days
- Growing Tips: Thrives in cool weather. Keep soil moist and provide partial shade in hot climates.
4. Arugula
- Time to Harvest: 20-40 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in well-drained soil with plenty of sunlight. Harvest leaves when they are young and tender.
5. Green Onions (Scallions)
- Time to Harvest: 20-30 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun and keep soil consistently moist. Harvest when green tops are 6-8 inches tall.
6. Baby Carrots
- Time to Harvest: 50-60 days
- Growing Tips: Sow seeds in loose, well-drained soil. Keep soil moist and thin seedlings as they grow.
7. Beets
- Time to Harvest: 50-60 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun and fertile soil. Harvest when roots are 1-3 inches in diameter.
8. Bok Choy
- Time to Harvest: 30-45 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cool temperatures and partial shade. Keep soil moist and well-drained.
9. Kale
- Time to Harvest: 30-40 days (baby leaves)
- Growing Tips: Grows best in cool weather. Harvest young leaves for the best flavor.
10. Swiss Chard
- Time to Harvest: 30-50 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun or partial shade. Harvest outer leaves and allow the center to continue growing.
11. Zucchini
- Time to Harvest: 40-50 days
- Growing Tips: Requires full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest when fruits are 6-8 inches long.
12. Cucumber
- Time to Harvest: 50-70 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun and provide plenty of water. Harvest when cucumbers are firm and green.
13. Bush Beans
- Time to Harvest: 50-60 days
- Growing Tips: Grow in full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest when pods are firm and crisp.
14. Peas
- Time to Harvest: 60-70 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cooler temperatures. Provide support for climbing varieties.
15. Turnips
- Time to Harvest: 30-60 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun and fertile soil. Harvest when roots are 2-3 inches in diameter.
16. Mustard Greens
- Time to Harvest: 30-40 days
- Growing Tips: Thrives in cool weather. Harvest leaves when they are young and tender.
17. Collard Greens
- Time to Harvest: 60-75 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cooler temperatures. Harvest outer leaves as needed.
18. Watercress
- Time to Harvest: 30-60 days
- Growing Tips: Grows best in moist, shady conditions. Harvest young leaves regularly.
19. Asian Greens (Tatsoi)
- Time to Harvest: 20-45 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cool temperatures and partial shade. Harvest leaves as needed.
20. Mizuna
- Time to Harvest: 20-40 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun or partial shade. Harvest leaves when they are young and tender.
21. Mâche (Corn Salad)
- Time to Harvest: 40-50 days
- Growing Tips: Thrives in cool weather. Harvest leaves when they are 3-4 inches tall.
22. Pak Choi (Bok Choy)
- Time to Harvest: 30-45 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cool temperatures and partial shade. Harvest whole plants or individual leaves.
23. Microgreens
- Time to Harvest: 7-14 days
- Growing Tips: Sow seeds densely in trays. Harvest when seedlings are 1-2 inches tall.
24. Tatsoi
- Time to Harvest: 20-45 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers cool temperatures and partial shade. Harvest leaves as needed.
25. Endive
- Time to Harvest: 45-60 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in well-drained soil and full sun. Harvest leaves when they are young and tender.
26. Chicory
- Time to Harvest: 40-60 days
- Growing Tips: Grows best in cool weather. Harvest leaves when they are young.
27. Purslane
- Time to Harvest: 30-50 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers warm temperatures and full sun. Harvest leaves and stems regularly.
28. New Zealand Spinach
- Time to Harvest: 50-70 days
- Growing Tips: Thrives in warm weather. Harvest leaves as needed.
29. Kohlrabi
- Time to Harvest: 45-60 days
- Growing Tips: Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest when bulbs are 2-3 inches in diameter.
30. Okra
- Time to Harvest: 50-60 days
- Growing Tips: Prefers warm temperatures and full sun. Harvest pods when they are 3-4 inches long.
By incorporating these fast-growing vegetables into your garden, you can enjoy a quick and continuous harvest of fresh, delicious produce. Happy gardening!
