Fall crops to plant in august

If you want to add a little color and flavor to your autumn table, try planting a fall vegetable garden. While most gardeners plant crops in spring and summer, many vegetables can still grow in the fall.

Some spring and summer crops even grow better in the fall thanks to the cool weather as they mature. Starting a vegetable garden in cool-weather fall has many benefits.

Vegetables to plant in fall for spring harvest

There are fewer plant-damaging pests and diseases, fewer weeds, and warm soil. Plus, the moderate rainfall means you won't need to water as frequently. Some crops even taste better when subjected to some light frost.

Gardeners in hardiness zones eight and up can get all sorts of vegetable plants started, including tender tomatoes and eggplant.

Green thumbs in northern climates will find success growing vegetables that enjoy the cooler, shorter fall days, like leafy greens, root vegetables, cabbage, broccoli, and kale.

Get inspiration for your autumn bounty with these 26 fall garden vegetables perfect for late-season harvests.