root vegetables, as they can be planted from seed and enjoyed within one month. plant a few radishes about a ½-inch deep, and the rest about 1 to 1 ½ inches deep. the radishes closest to the surface will germinate more quickly, extending your harvest by a few days, while also providing you a variety of sizes.
beets are partial to cool weather, making them a perfect fall or winter crop. they can even survive frost to almost freezing temperatures. beets should be planted ½-inch deep and 1-2 inches apart. they take between 50-70 days to harvest, and should be picked when their root tops or 'shoulders' start to sprout from 