What To Plant In November

What to Plant in November – Make sure you have the best growing conditions available by planting some of the best vegetables for the winter in advance. Some of those perennial garden plants should be sown in the fall, but others may be sown out right in the field to make an early, gorgeous crop of food to harvest in the coming months. Here are some suggestions about what to plant in fall and winter for a delicious, nutritious, rewarding harvest.

For anyone who has ever tried to grow a vegetable garden – in the late summer or early fall, you know that the most difficult part of growing anything in those conditions is choosing what to plant in the garden. With so much moisture and warmth available in no doubt this can be a very daunting task. But knowing what to plant in autumn can help you choose what to plant in November to save you time and labor in the next months. It can also be a big help if you have already selected the best vegetables for your garden for the season. This will mean you have the choice of a salad for the summer and soup and stews for the winter.

So which vegetables should you be planting in November? One crop that will be perfect for freezing is cucumbers. Cucumbers will grow in the coldest areas, but will fare better in partial shade and in soil with good drainage. Plant them at the base of a tree near the trunk, where it will receive plenty of sun, but not too much, for longer lasting bulbs. If you are planting them in containers for eating in the winter, use loosely packed balled compost on the bottom of each plant, which will help your plants to retain moisture and keep fungus from ruining your harvest.

Best vegetables to plant in November are tomatoes – which can be planted either in hanging baskets or in individual branches. Grow them in loose soil with lots of drainage, but not too wet. The best way to plant tomatoes is in groups of four or five, with each plant receiving the full sun it needs. Make sure each plant has its own light source and water container, since they will all need to have their own plants to survive the winter. After planting, make sure you replant all of your tomato plants the next year to continue to nourish them.

If you have a garden full of annuals – you will want to plant some of those in your fall planting guide. Many perennial herbs and vegetables can thrive during the colder months, especially if you grow them in pots. Fennel, chives, dill, sage, and tarragon can all be harvested at the end of November for use in the winter, while a whole host of herbs including the popular wintercress, can be harvested right before the first frost. You might be surprised at the abundance of great vegetables that can be planted in November.

Many of these same vegetables and herbs – will also do well in your garden if you have annuals as well. All of these plants can be used in salad recipes throughout the year, or incorporated into your daily diet for greater health. No matter what vegetables or herbs you plant in November, you will have plenty to prepare for throughout the year. No doubt you will enjoy the fruits, vegetables, and herbs that you grow.

Your November garden will be one that many friends and neighbors will comment on and tell you how much fun it is to grow. No doubt they will also be glad to share in the harvest and the bounty of the season as well!