If you’re impatient like me, waiting months for vegetables to mature can feel like torture. The good news? Some greens are ready to harvest in as little as 3-4 weeks!
The Speed Champions
Rocket (Arugula) - 3 weeks
The fastest green in the West! Sow seeds directly into the garden and you’ll be harvesting peppery leaves in just 21 days. Perfect for salads and pizza toppings.
Mizuna - 3-4 weeks
This Japanese mustard green has a mild, slightly spicy flavor. Cut-and-come-again harvesting means continuous production.
Baby Spinach - 4 weeks
Forget mature spinach that takes 8 weeks. Harvest baby leaves at 4 weeks for tender, sweet greens perfect for smoothies and salads.
Lettuce Mix - 4 weeks
Mesclun mixes contain various lettuce and green varieties that mature at different rates, giving you continuous harvests.
Quick Growing Tips
- Sow every 2 weeks for continuous harvests
- Keep soil moist - greens hate drying out
- Harvest in the morning when leaves are crisp
- Use shade cloth in hot weather to prevent bolting
With these fast growers, you’ll never be without fresh greens!