Winter Harvest
Urban Abundance brings edible gardens to life all winter long in South Florida. Our expert Green Thumbs design, plant, and maintain cool-season gardens filled with leafy greens, herbs, and vibrant veggies—so you can enjoy a fresh, abundant harvest with ease.
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Arugula
Fast, feisty, and full of bite—arugula is the cool-weather green that brings a peppery zing to every salad. It grows like wildfire in winter, bounces back after every harvest, and loves being cut again and again. Think of it as your leafy little overachiever.
Beets
Sweet, earthy, and jewel-toned, beets are a winter wonder both in the garden and on the plate. Grow them for their roots and their lush greens—both are totally edible and delicious. Roast ‘em, juice ‘em, or spiralize them for a vibrant crunch.
Broccoli
A cold-season classic, broccoli loves the winter chill and rewards you with tight, flavorful heads and bonus edible leaves. It’s the ultimate “eat your greens” crop—delicious roasted, steamed, or raw—and even better when you’ve grown it yourself.
Bok Choi
Tender, juicy, and beautifully textured, bok choi is a winter favorite that shines in stir-fries and brothy bowls. It grows quickly and thrives in the cooler months, adding both beauty and substance to your garden beds—and your dinner plate.
Cabbage
The winter garden’s gentle giant. Cabbage forms big, crunchy heads that are perfect for slaws, soups, sauerkraut, or roasting. It loves the cold, and with a little space and time, it becomes one of the most rewarding harvests of the season.
Collards
Sturdy, soulful, and packed with nutrients, collards are a Southern winter staple. The colder it gets, the sweeter the leaves become. Steam them, sauté them, or slow-cook them—they’re tough in the garden, tender on the plate.
Daikon Radish
Long, crisp, and slightly peppery, daikon radishes grow deep and fast in winter soil. They’re great for fermenting, shredding into salads, or slicing into stir-fries—and they double as a soil-building powerhouse. Win-win.
Kale
Winter’s leafy legend. Kale is hardy, beautiful, and versatile, thriving in the cold and growing sweeter with every dip in temperature. Toss it in smoothies, crisp it into chips, or sauté it for a comforting side dish.
Lettuces
Fresh, crisp, and endlessly colorful, lettuces love the cool weather and grow fast. Perfect for cut-and-come-again harvests, they keep your salad bowl full all winter long. Grow several varieties for texture, color, and garden flair.
Mustard Greens
Spicy, bold, and cold-loving, mustard greens bring heat to your winter harvest. Their frilly leaves add zing to salads, sandwiches, or sautés. If you like arugula with attitude, you’re gonna love mustard.
Onions
Slow and steady wins the race. Onions take their time in the winter garden, but they pay off big with full-flavored bulbs and tender greens. Plant once, and harvest a pantry staple that elevates every dish.
Parsley
More than just a garnish! Parsley loves cool weather and grows into a lush, bushy herb that’s packed with flavor and nutrients. Toss it in everything—soups, salads, sauces—and enjoy fresh-picked herbs all winter long.
Peas
Sweet, tender, and fast-growing, peas are winter’s most charming climbers. Whether you’re after pods or shoots, they love cool temps and sunny days. Train them on a trellis and snack on them straight from the vine.
Radish
Radishes are the sprinters of the winter garden—ready to harvest in just a few weeks! Crisp, colorful, and slightly spicy, they add crunch to salads, tacos, and slaws. Bonus: the greens are edible too, perfect for sautéing or tossing into soups.
Spinach
Tender, tasty, and nutrient-packed, spinach is a winter rockstar that keeps giving. It thrives in the cool season and comes back after cutting. Add it to everything from omelets to smoothies for a garden-fresh green boost.
Swiss Chard
Like rainbow lights for your winter garden, Swiss chard brings color and nutrition to cooler months. The stalks are vibrant, the leaves are tender, and the whole plant is as beautiful as it is versatile. Sauté it, juice it, or grow it just to show off.
Cilantro
This herb was made for winter. Cilantro bolts at the first sign of summer heat but grows full, fragrant, and flavorful when the weather cools down. Essential for tacos, curries, salsas, and brightening up just about any dish.
Culantro
Like cilantro’s bold, tropical cousin, culantro thrives in cool, shady garden spots. It packs a punch of flavor that stands up in soups, stews, and sofritos. Cold weather helps tame its intensity—so now’s the time to grow and use it!
Oregano
Oregano doesn’t just survive winter—it thrives in it. This herb adds a savory depth to everything from sauces to roasted veggies. Grow it once, harvest it forever, and let its aroma warm your whole garden.
Parsley
Winter is when parsley shines. It grows lush and leafy in the cooler temps, becoming your go-to herb for everything from tabbouleh to green smoothies. Flat or curly—both bring bright, clean flavor to cold-weather dishes.
Rosemary
Hardy, fragrant, and totally unfazed by the chill, rosemary is your winter kitchen hero. Toss sprigs into roasts, soups, and herbal teas—or just brush your hands over it and enjoy the scent of coziness.
Sage
Earthy, aromatic, and deeply grounding, sage loves the cool air and adds warmth to every dish it touches. Whether you’re making stuffing or steeping a cup of tea, sage brings that cozy, wintery energy.
Thyme
Tiny leaves, big flavor. Thyme is a garden workhorse that grows strong through the cold months. It’s the perfect addition to soups, roasts, and anything that needs a little herbal hug.
Tulsi (Holy Basil)
This sacred herb often grows into early winter in Florida’s mild climate. Beloved for its calming, adaptogenic properties, Tulsi makes a gorgeous, spicy-sweet tea that warms both the hands and the heart.
Tarragon
Slightly sweet and anise-like, tarragon brings elegance to the winter garden. It’s a chef’s secret in creamy sauces, chicken dishes, and herbal vinegars. Grow it for flavor, but keep it for flair.
Yard Long Beans
These fun, super-long beans are tender and perfect for quick cooking.
Calendula
The golden child of winter flowers! Calendula blooms bright through cool weather and doubles as a medicinal powerhouse. Toss petals in salads or steep for a soothing tea—it’s beauty and healing in one.
Echinacea
A cold-hardy stunner that supports your immune system while feeding the bees. Echinacea brings tall, daisy-like blooms to the garden and makes a lovely winter tea with wellness benefits baked in.
Gaillardia (Blanket Flower)
This fiery flower keeps blooming even when temps dip. It’s low-maintenance, drought-tolerant, and loved by pollinators. A pop of heat for your cool-season garden.
Marigolds
The classic companion plant, marigolds bloom well into the cool season and help repel garden pests. Plus, their vibrant blooms make everything feel just a little more alive.
Yarrow
Drought-tolerant, medicinal, and a total pollinator magnet—yarrow thrives in winter beds and borders. It’s not just a pretty face; it’s a functional flower with a deep herbal history.
Zinnia (in early winter)
Zinnias may be known for summer, but in Florida’s mild climate, they often bloom into early winter. They’re easy to grow, loved by butterflies, and perfect for cutting.
Coreopsis
Cheerful, daisy-like blooms that attract pollinators and brighten up any garden.
Gaillardia
Also called Blanket Flower, these bright, fiery blooms bring color and bees to your yard.
Gomphrena (Cut Flower)
Vibrant, globe-shaped flowers that make stunning dried arrangements.
Marigolds
Pest-deterring, pollinator-attracting, and just plain pretty! A garden essential.
Yarrow
A tough, drought-resistant flower with medicinal properties and great for attracting beneficial insects.
Zinnia
One of the easiest flowers to grow! Colorful, long-lasting blooms perfect for cutting.