Just because summer is coming to an end, doesn’t mean you can’t still grow vegetables through the fall and winter.
Because of our temperate climate, you really can grow food year-round. Here is a list of vegetables that are hearty enough to survive the West Coast Winter:
Planting & Harvesting Winter Vegetables in South Coast BC
| Winter Vegetables | Planting Date | Harvest |
| Broccoli | June – July | Winter, Spring |
| Brussels Sprouts | May – June | Fall, Winter |
| Carrots | July – Aug | Fall, Winter |
| Chard | April – June | Fall, Winter |
| Collards | July – Aug | Fall, Winter, Spring |
| Kale | July – Aug | Fall, Winter, Spring |
| Leeks | April – May | Fall, Winter |
| Parsley/Parsley Root | April – Sept | Fall, Winter, Spring |
| Parsnips | May – July | Fall, Winter |
| Scallions | June – Aug | Fall, Winter |
| Turnips | Sept | Fall, Winter |
| Winter Salad Greens: | ||
| Arugula | Aug – Sept | Fall, Winter, Spring |
| Bok Choi | Aug – Oct | Winter, Spring |
| Chicory (Endive, Radicchio) | June – July | Fall, Winter |
| Lettuce | July – Sept | Fall, Winter |
| Mache (Corn Salad) | Aug – Oct | Fall, Winter |
| Mustards | July – Aug | Fall, Winter |
| Spinach | July – Aug | Fall, Winter |
Chart Courtesy of BC Farms and Food
Here’s a great video explaining how to plant a fall garden:
The Coal Harbour Housing Co-Op 