Are you fed up with stuffing your grocery bags with shriveled, frozen vegetables labeled 'organic'? You are most absolutely not alone. City dwellers frequently have to make do with pricey and mediocre veggies, greens, and fruits from supermarkets or grocery delivery apps in search of fresh, organic produce.
However, there is a simple remedy. Why not try your hand at growing your vegetables? Before you dismiss the notion out of fear of developing a 'brown thumb,' we've compiled a list of simple tricks for starting your vegetable garden.
All you need are some pots, potting soil, seeds or saplings, and some perseverance. You've created a mini-garden that will quickly fill your plates with nutritious food.
So here are 5 easy vegetables to grow in September
Cauliflower
A prominent cabbage family veggie. Seeds are first sown in shaded seedbeds or seedling trays. After 30-35 days of seeding, healthy seedlings are moved to raised beds. To produce large cauliflower heads, plants require a chilly temperature and enough sunlight. 'Cauliflower curd' must be ready to harvest 85-90 days after implantation. A good seed, an appropriate season, and a cold, moist environment surrounding the vegetable are all necessary.
Spinach
A green vegetable that is appreciated for its nutritional qualities, ease of cultivation, and availability. It thrives in cool climates with both direct and indirect sunshine (3-4 hours). The seed is directly sown in raised beds. It can be harvested within 30 days of seed sowing. Only three grams of seeds are required per 100 square feet.
Carrot
It is one of the most widely cultivated root vegetables. Carrots come in a variety of colors, textures, shapes, and lengths. Seeds are immediately sown into elevated or ridged beds. Edible roots are ready for harvesting between 80 and 100 days after seed sowing, depending on the type. Loosen the soil approximately one-and-a-half times the projected length of the carrot. Break the dirt finely to avoid any impediment to root growth.
Green Peas
Peas are a member of the bean family. Green pea plants are fragile since they prefer a cool, dry atmosphere to a hot, humid one. The seeds are directly sown on raised beds. Green peas are climbers and require trellis support. Pod harvesting can commence 80-90 days after sowing. Peas are phosphate and calcium-loving plants. Around 50 grams of seeds are required per 100 square feet.
Tomato
It is likely the most popular vegetable among gardeners. There are numerous tomato kinds that you can produce, including several unusual species. Cherry tomatoes are an excellent addition to any garden, as they can be grown in containers as little as 7-8 liters. When you taste the tomatoes you've grown organically, You'll never want to buy them in the supermarket again. And the satisfaction of raising this lovely, juicy food is priceless.
Final Words
So, September is the optimal time to cultivate a wide variety of veggies in your kitchen garden. This growing season is often referred to as Rabi. Indeed, several vegetables are grown only as Rabi crops in India.