5 easy to grow vegetables at home in India in the month of September
                     5 easy to grow vegetables at home in India in the 
 month of September
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September 22, 2021
In these times when even vegetables are laden with loads of pesticides and chemical 
 fertilizers, who wouldn’t want healthy and organic veggies? The best option to 
procure  organic and healthy vegetables is to grow them at home. September is upon 
us and if  you’ve been wanting to start an organic, vegetable kitchen garden, it is not 
late yet.
We have made a list of 5 easy to grow vegetables in containers or grow bags at 
your  home in the month of September.
1. Cabbage
Cabbages are the first of the 5 easy to grow vegetables in September. It is an annual  
vegetable crop grown for their dense-leaved heads. They come in two colors- green 
and  red (purple).
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Growth and Care: Cabbages can grow in almost any type of soil rich in organic matter  
having neutral pH (6.5 – 7.5). The seedlings require transplantation after 4 to 6 weeks of  
germination; at this stage, they must have reached a height of 3 to 4 inches with at least 
3  or 4 sets of leaves. Cabbages require 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily and prefer 
moist  conditions, so regular watering is preferred. They fall under the class of heavy 
feeders,  therefore they require a regular dose of fertilizers. Within 95 to 150 days of 
germination,  the cabbage heads will be ready for harvesting.
2. Cauliflower
Cauliflower is a versatile vegetable that is incredibly easy to add to your diet. Apart 
from  the common white one, cauliflowers come in different colors like purple, orange, 
and  green.
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Growth and Care: Being a shallow-rooted plant, cauliflower does not need very deep  
containers. They are heavy feeders that require organically rich soil with slightly acidic 
to  neutral pH (6.0-7.0). The seedlings must be transplanted once they are 4-6 weeks 
old.
Distance of 15 inches between two seedlings should be maintained so that the 
cauliflower
florets get enough space for proper growth. The pots must be watered regularly and must 
 be kept in an area that receives full sunlight. The florets must be harvested when they 
are  still firm and compact. They must be ready within 50 to 70 days of germination.
3. Spinach
The dark green, vitamin-rich leaves of Spinach are excellent for salads and 
cooking.  That’s why it comes in the category of easy to grow vegetables.
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Growth and Care: Spinach needs well-draining soil that has abundant compost or  
manure; the pH must be around 6.5 to 7.0. The seeds should be sown at a distance of 
at  least 3-4 inches, this prevents overcrowding. Keeping the soil moist accelerates the  
process of germination, but overwatering must be avoided. Receiving too little water or  
too much sunlight can promote the flowering stage in these plants, hence a balance of
light and shade should be maintained along with proper watering to prevent early 
bolting.  Compost can be used along with natural fertilizers like food scraps from the 
kitchen to
supply the required organic matter. With proper care, the greens should be ready 
for  harvesting in about 60 days.
4. Lettuce
Lettuce is an annual plant belonging to the daisy family. It is most frequently used 
in  salads, soups, sandwiches, and wraps.
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Growth and Care: Lettuce seeds germinate within 7 to 10 days if sown in well-drained 
 loamy soil (pH 6.0-7.0). The right amount of moisture and sunlight will promote  
germination. Once the seedlings have put out 2-3 tiny leaves, it is best to trim away 
few
less healthy plants to make room for others to grow (This process is known as 
thinning).
During the later stages of growth, the plants require almost 8 hours of direct sunlight. The 
 use of fertilizers like vermicompost and kitchen waste every 3 to 4 weeks can fulfill the  
nutrient needs of the plants. The outer leaves of lettuce can be harvested once they 
attain  a length of 4-6 inches.
5. Cucumber
Cucumbers are easy to grow vines that once planted do not require much attention. 
They  are refreshing, nutritious, and incredibly easy to add to your diet.
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Growth and Care: The best way to grow cucumbers is through direct planting. The pH 
of  the soil should be neutral or slightly acidic at around 5.5 to 6.8. Soaking the seeds in 
a
wet paper towel or water for 24 hours can speed up germination. Cucumber plants  
require quite a lot of warmth and light. The vines need trellises or nets to climb over 
for  support. Proper growth of cucumbers requires a low-nitrogen and high-potassium  
compost mixture. The soil must be kept moist throughout the growing season.
Some general tips
Though these plants are 5 easy to grow vegetables in September, following these 
extra  tips can make your home gardening journey more comfortable for you and your 
organic  veggies.
It is important to carry out the process of transplantation in the early evening to
increase the chances of survival. The transplanted seedlings must be kept 
under  shade for 5-6 days to help them recover faster.
These plants can be subjected to common pests and diseases. So sowing the
seeds and forgetting about them won’t work; you should pay a visit to your plants 
at  least once a day to look out for any pests or diseases.
Thinning is an unavoidable practice because it reduces the easy spread of 
diseases
and helps the crops to attain better size upon maturation.
It is best toharvest the leafy greens during the early hours of the morning. 
Because  during this time the leaves are crisp and fresh.
So go ahead and start your kitchen garden now and have the luxury of plucking easy 
to  grow vegetables for salad and other dishes from your very own organic garden.
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