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Fall Gardening in Small Spaces: What to Plant

By stacy ling

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Short on space but still want a bountiful and beautiful fall garden? Discover what to plant in autumn for small spaces from tasty veggies to gorgeous blooms.

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Leafy Greens Lettuce Spinach Kale Arugula

Root Vegetables Radishes: Fast-growing and easy to care for, radishes come in various colors and flavors. Beets: Enjoy both the sweet roots and nutritious greens. Carrots: Choose shorter varieties like Nantes or Chantenay for containers.

Brassicas Broccoli: Plant seedlings for a late fall or early winter harvest. Cauliflower: Compact varieties are ideal for small spaces. Brussels Sprouts: These miniature cabbages add a unique touch to your garden.

Annuals for Instant Color Pansies Violas Chrysanthemums

Perennials for Lasting Blooms and Color Asters Ornamental Grasses Japanese Anemones Sedums Joe Pye Weed

Late-Flowering Trees and Shrubs for Fall Color  Caryopteris Callicarpa Oakleaf Hydrangea Hydrangea Paniculata

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Herbs for Small Spaces Parsley Cilantro Chives Sage Rosemary

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Follow along to learn more about what to plant in small spaces and how to care for them.

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