[header] How to grow vegetables in the midwest [title] Identify your usda zone. [step] Because of the wide range of zones and climates in the midwest, it is best to research seeds based on where you live. Plants that grow well in any part of the midwest include carrots, beets, lettuce, peas, and potatoes. 
[substeps] If you live in zones 2 or 3, choose hardy vegetables like asparagus, spinach, turnips, or onions. Higher zones, such as zones 5-6, can handle more tender vegetables, like cucumber or pumpkin.