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Carrots are a very versatile vegetable. They grow all year round, too. Although, growing them in the cold weather makes them sweeter.

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For best results, experts recommend that you leave your carrots under a layer of mulch and harvest them through the early winter.

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Bear in mind, too, that carrots grow well under tunnels. It is important to keep the soil from freezing, however, so that they can be harvested any time.

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Just like carrots, turnips are very resilient and can grow all year-round. However, sowing in the late summer will often produce a sweeter end product.

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This root vegetable will survive in temperatures as low as 40 degrees Fahrenheit (4 degrees Celsius), meaning that they can be harvested well into the cold season.

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To optimize growing conditions, plant your turnips in an area that receives full sun or partial shade, and ensure that your soil is fertile and well-drained.

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Spinach is a very hardy leaf that can survive temperatures as low as 28 degrees Fahrenheit (-2 degrees Celsius). At the same time, it manages to be tender enough to cook with.

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To ensure your spinach is ready to form the base for winter salads and dips, plant your seeds around eight weeks ahead of the first frost date.

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Use covers to extend the harvest season, if necessary. Make sure to plant your spinach in well-drained soil that receives full sun or partial shade.

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Love them or hate them, brussel sprouts are a winter garden staple for a reason: they can survive in temperatures as low as 20 degrees Fahrenheit (-6 degrees Celsius).

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You will need to plan ahead, however, if you want to have sprouts for the winter: they have a long growing season and need to be planted around four months before the first frost.

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For best results, brussel sprouts should be planted in full sun and watered regularly during summer to protect them from the heat.

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Mustard greens may look delicate, but don't be fooled, they are very tough. They can survive in temperatures a few degrees above freezing.

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If in doubt, it is a good idea to start growing this plant indoors during the fall, moving it outside once the seeds have germinated.

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Mustard greens are very fruitful and they sprout quickly. For best results, place them in full sun and make sure the soil is well-drained.

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Lettuce seeds also do very well in brisk temperatures. Their seeds should be planted in the fall and harvested between one and three months later.

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It can be tricky to work with lettuce seeds, because they are so small. To make things easier, try mixing them with sand for greater visibility.

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Laying the seeds out in rows can also make them easier to see. Just like mustard greens, lettuce enjoys full to partial sun, as well as rich, well-drained soil.

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Sure, cabbage has a reputation for being great in soups and salads. However, it is also known for its impressive ability to thrive in the cold.

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In areas such as Southern California, people can plant cabbage seeds as late as September. They will be ready to pick by the winter.

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Cabbage seeds perform best when placed in full sun and well-drained soil. 

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Broccoli -

Broccoli has a lot going for it: it is delicious, nutritious, and surprisingly versatile. Add resilience to the mix and you have a winning fall vegetable.

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Broccoli plants tend to flounder in harsh heat. Plant them 10–12 weeks before the first frost, and you should have a strong harvest on your hands.

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Just like cabbage plants, broccoli plants enjoy full sun and well-drained soil. Provide them with these two things and you will have broccoli throughout the whole winter.

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Kale -

Kale is another versatile leafy vegetable that, with the right amount of sunlight and moist soil, should be perfect for a winter harvest.

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However, if you want to grow kale for the winter, it is important to protect your plant from a specific bug: the cabbage worm.

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Given half the chance, these bugs will lay their eggs all over kale leaves. To protect your plant against this pest, simply cover it with a summer-weight fabric over hooks.

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And finally, cauliflower. Famous for being paired with cheese, cauliflower is a staple winter vegetable that takes between 50 and 80 days to go.

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If you want to plant cauliflower in your winter garden, bear in mind that the seeds should be planted around 10 weeks before the first frost.

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To keep your cauliflower crop healthy, be sure to remove plant debris from your garden. This will also help to get rid of any bugs that might appear.

Sources: (Martha Stewart)

See also: Fun facts and legends about fresh fruit and vegetables

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