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19. Snow peas
The snow pea season is very short, but it can be extended by growing them in a semi-shaded part of the garden. So you can plant them in the spring and enjoy them almost until the fall. Choose several varieties to lengthen this ripening period. The “ram’s horn” pea is harvested late, for example. Then, you can treat yourself to mange-tout in all your dishes.
20. Brussels sprouts
Generally, people don’t like Brussels sprouts, but braised is just a treat! Since they ripen throughout the fall, you can enjoy them late in the season, and even in winter, if your winters are mild or you shelter them.
21. Cauliflower
Whether you choose the standard white cauliflower, a purple variety, or even romanesco, you can cook it any way you like: roasted, au gratin, on pizza or in tortillas, in stews, pickles, or mashed. Cauliflower is essential in a garden!
22. Broccoli
Broccoli is great: the more you cut it, the more it grows back! So you can remove the central bud and let the plant regrow and produce new buds. Also, harvest the leaves and fry them or put them in your soups or green smoothies.
23. Shallots
They are from the onion family and grow very quickly. They are used to season dishes or as a garnish. Shallots grow back year after year if you leave the roots in place… Good to know, right?
24. Leek
Leeks take their time to grow, but they are worth waiting for because you’ll be harvesting them throughout the winter. Ideal for soups, gratins, or as an accompaniment with meat. Put them in a corner of the garden, you will be delighted to find them in autumn/winter!
25. Squash
It likes everywhere and loves having its roots in a cool and humid area. Then its long stem crawls to seek the sun. There is a multitude of more or less sweet varieties. It’s up to you to choose yours.
26. Carrot
Opt for early maturing carrots like “Nantaise” or smaller varieties especially if you have little sun. Keep in mind that loose or sandy soil is preferable for carrots.
