Backyard Veggie Garden Planner

The USDA Plant Hardiness Zone for ZIP code 77050 is 9a. Here are 15 food plants that grow well in Zone 9a, along with their relative amount of space needed, approximate time to harvest, sunlight requirements, soil type, and suggested companion plants: Food Plant Space Needed Time to Harvest Sunlight Soil Type Companion Plants Tomatoes 2-4 square feet 55-100 days Full sun Well-draining soil Basil, marigolds Peppers 1-2 square feet 60-100 days Full sun Well-draining soil Basil, oregano Cucumbers 2-4 square feet 50-70 days Full sun Well-draining soil Nasturtiums, radishes Squash 4-6 square feet 45-70 days Full sun Well-draining soil Borage, marigolds Green beans 1-2 square feet 50-60 days Full sun Well-draining soil Carrots, lettuce Eggplant 2-3 square feet 70-90 days Full sun Well-draining soil Thyme, marigolds Okra 2-3 square feet 50-60 days Full sun Well-draining soil Basil, marigolds Collard greens 1-2 square feet 50-70 days Partial shade Rich, well-drained Beets, onions Mustard greens 1-2 square feet 30-50 days Partial shade Rich, well-drained Radishes, beets Spinach 1-2 square feet 30-50 days Partial shade Rich, well-drained Strawberries, carrots Swiss chard 1-2 square feet 50-60 days Partial shade Rich, well-drained Beans, garlic Kale 1-2 square feet 50-70 days Partial shade Rich, well-drained Nasturtiums, onions Radishes 1-2 square feet 20-30 days Full sun to shade Loose, well-drained Lettuce, peas Carrots 1-2 square feet 50-80 days Full sun Loose, well-drained Onions, chives Beets 1-2 square feet 50-70 days Full sun to shade Loose, well-drained Garlic, lettuce Note: These are general guidelines and some plants may require more or less space or time to harvest depending on the specific variety and growing conditions.