There’s nothing better than tucking into a plate full of home-grown vegetables. Not only are they more nutritious than vegetables you buy at the shop, but they taste so much better. Also growing your own vegetables is a rewarding hobby that the whole family can get involved in. And knowing you have made the vegetables yourselves makes it a delightful dinner. However, now that the nights are drawing in, a lot of people feel like their green thumb hobby has to be put on the backburner.
After all, there is less sun and more cloud and rain during the winter months which is not beneficial to a lot of vegetables. However, you might be surprised to know that there is actually a lot of vegetables that thrive in the colder months. And you can then enjoy the delicious veg throughout the winter months. Of course, if you can plant the vegetables in some form of shelter like a green house or a polytunnel which you can get from sites like First Tunnels, then they are bound to flourish. After all, they are still getting the vitamins from the sunlight, and the shelter from pests that they require to stay alive. If you are wondering which vegetables you can still grow at this time of the year, here are some that you can grow in the colder months.
Onion is a popular choice when it comes to vegetables. Whether you love it in salads, sandwiches or even on your pizza, it’s a delicious choice. And the great news is if you can’t get enough of onion, it’s a perfect vegetable to grow in the winter months. As Den Garden explains, whether you want to plant them from seed or grow them from cuttings, they will do really well in the winter months. In fact, you will find that they will take care of themselves without needing little input from you during the winter season. Whether you want to grow ‘electric’ or ‘First Early’ onions, you will find onions can be a great vegetable to grow at this time of the year.
Garlic
Another vegetable which is a common favourite in households across the country is garlic. Whether you are making a pasta sauce, or some delicious garlic bread, it’s a must-have in your vegetable compartment. And the good news for gardeners is that it’s an excellent vegetable to grow in the winter months. One of the best things about growing garlic is its such an easy crop to grow. As the Telegraph explains, you just need to plant them in light soils and one foot apart from each other. It’s a good idea to plant garlic cloves in autumn. That way, they will begin their growing and will start thriving in the winter months. Although they won’t be ready until the spring, it’s a great vegetable to take care of during the colder months. There is a variety of garlic bulbs you can buy, so check them all out before buying them for your garden.
Asparagus
A delicious vegetable, an asparagus often makes the plate of a roast dinner. Whether you cook them in the oven, or add them to a stir fry, they are a great addition to any dish. And they are a bit different when it comes to common vegetables. You might be surprised to know that they can be a great vegetable to grow in the winter months. They do tend to need a lot more work than the other vegetables mentioned on this list, but it’s so rewarding when you find them ready to cut within two years. Once planted, they can last years, and you could be enjoying asparagus for a long time. And as they can be higher priced than most vegetables in the shop, it’s a cheaper option to grow them yourself.
Spinach
Spinach is a lovely vegetable to grow in the winter months. It’s a great addition to a salad or even when making a curry dish. In the summer months, you have to watch out for pests when growing spinach. After all, they are prone to munch on delicious spinach. But in the winter months, it’s much easier to grow a large amount of spinach. There are many different varieties you might want to try to grow at this time of the year. Perpetual spinach is one option which is a favourite with gardeners as it will crop well into the spring and summer months.
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