Fall Growing in

GEORGIA

THE BEST CROPS FOR a

Successful Fall Harvest

Join the Community of Georgia Gardeners and Learn How to Grow Crops for a Rewarding Fall Harvest!

Carrot

Growing Carrots Tips for Georgia:

  • Variety Selection: Choose carrot varieties that thrive in Georgia's climate and your specific region.
  • Timing: Plant carrots in cooler months, avoiding the hottest part of summer.
  • Soil Preparation: Ensure well-draining, sandy soil with a pH of 5.8-6.8.
  • Planting: Sow carrot seeds mixed with sand for even distribution. Space them according to variety recommendations.
  • Sunlight: Full sun (6-8 hours daily) is crucial for healthy root development.
  • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, preventing water-logging.
  • Thinning: Thin seedlings to proper spacing once they're a few inches tall.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer before planting, avoiding excess nitrogen.

Lettuce

Growing Lettuce Tips in Georgia All Year:

  • Variety Selection: Choose heat-tolerant lettuce varieties suitable for Georgia.
  • Timing: Plant lettuce in cooler months, avoiding summer heat.
  • Soil Preparation: Prepare well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, adding compost.
  • Planting: Direct sow seeds or use transplants, spacing according to recommendations.
  • Sunlight: Lettuce prefers cooler temperatures and can tolerate some shade.
  • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially with shallow roots.
  • Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer before planting, avoiding excess nitrogen.

Cauliflower

Cultivating Cauliflower Tips for Georgia:

  • Variety Selection: Choose heat-tolerant and disease-resistant cauliflower varieties.
  • Timing: Plant cauliflower in cooler months, avoiding extreme heat.
  • Soil Preparation: Prepare well-draining soil with a pH of 6.0-7.0, adding compost.
  • Planting: Start seeds indoors and transplant when 4-6 weeks old, spacing plants as recommended.
  • Sunlight: Cauliflower prefers full sun but can tolerate some shade.
  • Watering: Keep soil consistently moist, especially during head development.
  • Mulching: Apply organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate temperature.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer before planting and side-dress as needed.

Beetroot

Growing Beetroot Tips for Georgia:

  • Variety Selection: Choose beetroot varieties suited for your region and conditions.
  • Soil Preparation: Amend soil with compost and ensure it's well-draining.
  • Planting: Sow beetroot seeds directly in the garden in early spring to early summer, following spacing guidelines.
  • Sunlight and Watering: Provide full sun and keep soil consistently moist without water-logging.
  • Thinning: Thin seedlings to proper spacing.
  • Fertilization: Apply balanced fertilizer according to instructions.
  • Mulching: Mulch to retain moisture, avoiding contact with stems to prevent rot.