Why Garden in the Fall?

Most gardeners prefer, or will only garden during, the warmer months, but autumn/winter gardening can be just as fun and easy, if not easier. In fact, there aren't many people who do garden in the cooler weather in comparison to those who grow things in the warmth; cool-weather gardening is underestimated for sure. We're here to tell you why having a fall garden is definitely worth your time!

1. Less pests
Sure, you may encounter insects munching on your cabbages every then and again, but most invasive insects love the warmer weather. In the cooler seasons, you can be sure to have a more successful harvest since you'll have less pests destroying your plants or eating your produce before you do!

2. More drought-tolerant
With the California drought, you'll be saving a lot of water when starting a fall garden as opposed to summer gardening. Of course, the best benefit is using less water, but it also means not having to water your full-sun garden four times a day in blazing triple-digits.

3. Less maintenance
With less pests and less watering comes less maintenance! For those who tire of pulling weeds, ridding of insects, and watering consistently, autumn planting is a much more relaxed time and contains less work.

4. Organic gardening is easier than ever.
Those who prefer natural, organic harvests like we do know the struggle of dealing with pests and plant diseases. In the cooler weather, these things are a lot less common, as you already know. Even if you do use organic sprays, gardening in the fall may not require you to turn to any sprays at all.

5. And of course, the yummy cool-weather crops!
Mmm, you've got to love fresh garden cilantro, brussel sprouts, broccoli, celery, peas, and cabbage! Appreciate the freshness and the quality of your produce grown from your very own backyard! Buying these in grocery stores is no comparison to what you can get from gardening. Plus, these won't grow well in California's summer!