Succession Planting: Harvest Three Crops From One Bed

Spring crops (spinach, radishes, lettuce) finish early—leaving empty space. Succession planting fills it with warm-season crops, then cool-season again. Three harvests, one bed.

Cool-Season Starters

Arugula, beets, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, carrots, escarole, fava beans, garlic, kale, leeks, lettuce, mustard greens, onions, radishes, spinach.

Warm-Season Follow-Ups

Tomatoes, peppers, squash, eggplant, beans, corn, cucumbers, melons, okra, pumpkins, sweet potatoes.

Fall Return

Replant cool-season crops as heat fades.

Pro Tip

Check USDA nutrient profiles to avoid successive crops with identical needs. Combine with raised beds + containers for maximum density.

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