| Plant | Number | Spacing | Spacing in Rows | Notes |
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Artichoke (Globe)
| 2 | 2' 11" | 2' 11" x 2' 11" | Grow 'Green Globe' in a container that is at least 2' in diameter. Plant in September. |
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Arugula
| 3 | 5" | 3" x 7" | Plant 'Rocket' for a long term harvest that is beautiful and delicious. |
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Beans (Bush Snap)
| 20 | 9" | 5" x 1' 1" | These are your black beans!! Plant in September! |
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Beans (Pole)
| 12 | 9" | 5" x 1' 1" | Some favorites are 'purple pole' and 'contender' which can both be planted in late August/early September for a harvest until frost. |
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Blueberry
| 3 | 2' 11" | 2' 11" x 2' 11" | Choose a 'rabbit eye' variety like Premiere. Plant in the fall. |
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Broccoli
| 2 | 1' 5" | 1' 5" x 1' 5" | 'Artwork' broccoli is my favorite variety as it grows broccolini all season long instead of one head. This variety is a must! Plant in September. |
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Cabbage (Fall)
| 5 | 2' 9" | 2' 7" x 2' 11" | 'Cheers' and 'Flat Dutch' are excellent varieties that do well here. Plant in September and plant both to have cabbage all season. |
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Carrot
| 43 | 3" | 3" x 5" | Carrots should be direct sown in September and can be continually sown all season. Get creative with varieties like 'Rainbow' and 'Purple Haze.' So much fun! |
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Cauliflower
| 4 | 1' 7" | 1' 5" x 1' 11" | Varieties like 'Cheddar' and 'Graffiti' make great showings for LSU football season. If you want less color, try 'Snow Crown.' Plant in September. |
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Cilantro
| 4 | 7" | 5" x 9" | Direct sow cilantro to have the best results. Sow seeds in September and grow cilantro all season. |
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Collards
| 13 | 11" | 11" x 1' 3" | Collards are easy to grow and 'Georgia Creole' are delicious and do well here. They continue to produce all season so plant once in September and keep enjoying them. |
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Dill
| 3 | 7" | 5" x 9" | Dill can be planted anytime and will grow all season. Transplant for best success. |
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Fig
| 1 | 9' 10" | 9' 10" x 9' 10" | LSU Varieties are the best options. Any will do really for you in this space. |
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Garlic
| 9 | 5" | 3" x 9" | Garlic is easy to grow and should be planted in October/November. Garlic should be ordered from a reputable company online for best results. I like Keene Garlic (I can order for you when I order mine.) |
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Johnny Jump Up
| 12 | 5" | 5" x 5" | Any fall flower will do well here. |
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Kale
| 6 | 1' 3" | 1' 1" x 1' 5" | 'Lacinato' kale is the most popular variety. It grows well here from September through spring. |
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Lettuce (Leaf)
| 23 | 3" | 3" x 5" | Have fun with lettuce varieties. Choose colorful lettuce that you will enjoy eating. Leaf lettuce is my favorite because you don't have to wait for it to form a head to enjoy it. Plant in September. |
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Mizuna
| 5 | 9" | 7" x 11" | This Asian green is spicy and delicious. Plant in September. It is frost tolerant and will grow until the weather heats up. |
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Mustard
| 10 | 5" | 5" x 5" | I know you don't want to eat it, but 'Giant Red' is stunning in the garden. I would plant it in September for beauty. |
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Nasturtium
| 5 | 11" | 11" x 11" | Plant this beauty by seed in September. |
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Onion (Perennial)
| 6 | 5" | 5" x 5" | Green onions are a must in every garden. Plant bulbs from the grocery store in September. |
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Oregano
| 1 | 7" | 5" x 9" | Oregano should be transplanted in September and grown all season. |
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Pansy
| 2 | 9" | 9" x 9" | Any fall flower can be planted here. |
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Parsley
| 1 | 5" | 3" x 9" | Transplant parsley in September and cut often to keep it growing all season. |
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Radish
| 57 | 3" | 3" x 7" | Radishes are fun and easy. They are ready to harvest in just 3 weeks and should be direct sown in any empty space in the garden. |
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Spinach
| 9 | 7" | 5" x 11" | 'Longstanding' spinach is an excellent variety for our climate. Plant it in September and enjoy it all season. |
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Thyme
| 1 | 11" | 11" x 1' 3" | Thyme is excellent in the backyard garden. Plant in September and enjoy it for many seasons. |
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Turnip
| 8 | 7" | 5" x 11" | Turnips are easy and fun. 'White Lady' is a great variety. Plant in September. |