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Oklahomans are still in the heat of summer, but it’s not too early to start thinking about a fall garden.

Gardeners are accustomed to having fresh produce available and have developed an appreciation for nutritious vegetables. Fortunately, gardeners can extend the fresh taste of summer for several more months.

Some of the best quality garden vegetables in Oklahoma are grown and harvested during the fall season, said David HillockOklahoma State University Extension consumer horticulturist.

“Warm, sunny days followed by cool, humid nights provide the perfect conditions for optimal garden production,” he said. “During this time, plant soil metabolism is low, which means more of the food manufactured by the plant becomes a high-quality vegetable product.”

Gardeners can grow crops like carrots, beets and green beans well into the fall. Another option is to do a second planting of fast-maturing summer vegetables, such as cucumber, green onion, zucchini, radish or turnip. Different varieties of lettuce are another good choice.

Source : okstate.edu

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