14 Vegetables You Can Harvest in Under 30 Days

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Gardening can be real test of patience. Waiting for crops to grow, caring for them, and hoping that things go on without a hitch. However, what if you didn’t have to wait months to see the fruits or rather, veggies of your labor? Truth be told, there are vegetables you can plant today, that will be harvested in less than a month. When you’re looking for fresh, homegrown produce without the wait, these fast growing wonders are perfect for you.

No matter if you are a skilled gardener or just trying your hand at the hands-on thing, these vegetables will help you get your satisfaction of quick results. And the best part? These are crammed with flavor and nutrition. Grab your gardening tools and let’s dig into these speedy veggies that will bring your garden (and meals) to life in spurts.

Radishes

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Radishes are virtually the speed demons of the vegetable world, and can be quickly ready to harvest within only 20 to 25 days. Bright colors of these mushrooms add a peppery kick to salads. They are available in varieties. All you have to do is plant the seeds, water them and wait for those bright, crunchy bulbs to show up. They do best in cooler weather, so they make a good spring or fall crop.

Arugula

Rocket (also arugula) is a leafy green with a zesty, very peppery flavor that’s great in salads or as a garnish on dishes. It only needs to take 3–4 weeks to reach a size in which you can start harvesting. Position it in a sunny location and, soon, you’ll have fresh greens to flavor your food.

Baby Spinach

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Quick to grow, baby spinach from seed takes about 25 days to harvest, and it is a powerhouse of a leafy supply. Vitamins and minerals are rich, it can be used in a salad, soup, or even become a smoothie. Cut the outer leaves when they are mature to keep it well watered for a continuous supply of fresh spinach.

Lettuce

Gardeners who like their salads fresh specifically like lettuce. As for the variety there are baby leaves which are ready to harvest in about four to six weeks. Fringe up different types to have a mix of colors and textures and soon you’ll be enjoying crisp, fresh lettuce straight from your garden.

Green Onions

Scallions, or green onions are relatively easy to grow, According to PlantIn, they can grow in 2 weeks. They’re a good source of mild onion flavor to add to dishes and are easy to grow almost anywhere, even in small containers. Cut off the greens as you need to, and they will grow back.

Baby Carrots

Baby carrots are ready in 30 days but full sized carrots can take months. Sweet, crunchy, with a very ideal texture and perfect for snacking or tossed into a salad. Plant them in loose soil and well drained for them to easily grow freely and fast.

Kale

Yes, kale is a superfood, but growing it doesn’t take super long. About 20 days from sowing the baby kale leaves are harvestable, they’re tender and full of nutrients. They can be used in salads, stir fries or smoothies. That, and kale keeps growing leaves as you pick, so it’s always producing.

Turnip Greens

They don’t get enough press, but turnip greens are both delicious and easy to grow. You have the option of having your salad greens ready to harvest in as little as 40 to 55 days. And they are rich in vitamins A and C, so they’re a good addition to your garden.

Bok Choy

Chinese cabbage, or bok choy, is a fast growing vegetable, mild flavored with a crunchy texture. Baby bok choy will take 30 to 40 days to harvest, for use in stir fries, soups or salads. Since it can bear cooler weather, it’s a fine choice for spring or fall planting.

Beet Greens

If you plant beets and can’t wait to get the roots to see what its like, go ahead and harvest the greens! Within 25-35 days, beet greens are ready to be used like spinach in salads, sautés or smoothies. With vitamins, they have a mild, earthy flavor.

Cress

When it comes to leafy greens, cress is a lesser-known super flavor bomb with a tone of peppery goodness. With growth in five to seven days, it’s one of the fastest growing vegetables. Cress reports that it’s seed needs exceptionally low attention to germinate. Cress is perfect for dressing up salads, sandwiches and garnishes and grows very well indoors with limited outdoor space.

Swiss Chard

According to Wisconsin Horticulture, Swiss chard produces bright green baby leaves in just 4 weeks. Bright colored stems such as red, yellow, and pink also come in the stems. Chard is surprisingly versatile; use them in a salad or a cooked dish, and the mild, slightly sweet taste is delicious.

Mustard Greens

Spicy, fast growing leafy greens, mustard greens, are harvested within 4 weeks. They have a bold flavor, making them a great addition to salads of sautés with just a little heat. Cool weather loving but not a hardy species, they make a fine choice for a quick harvest in early spring or fall.

Pea Shoots

Tender young leaves of pea plants are the peas shoots which are ready in about two to three weeks. Their flavor is sweet and delicate, with a hint of fresh peas, and are great for salad, sandwiches or as a garnish.

Disclaimer: This list is solely the author’s opinion based on research and publicly available information.