10 Easy Backyard Crops for First-Time Gardeners who love to cook

Gardening is hard work, but it doesn’t have to be difficult. We tapped SJ Mag’s resident gardener, Toni Farmer, for a list of the crops to plant if you want an easy garden and plenty of fresh ingredients for your next dinner party or new dish. 

 

Here’s what she suggests! 

 

Easy to plant…

Peas

Lettuce

Spinach 

Kale 

Radishes 

 

A bit harder (but not terrible)…

Carrots

Beets

Parsnips

Broccoli 

Onions

 

March 2026
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