Experts needed for opinions of vegetables to plant in March I am writing a feature on vegetables to plant in March for Homes & Gardens and I'm looking for vegetable growing experts to offer their opinions. I am looking for seven ideas, but you can offer just one or all seven – entirely up to you. We already have a feature on March vegetable planting that covers beans, beets, carrots, chard, lettuce, peas, and radishes, so ideally we would have different vegetables for this new feature unless, for example there is a new variety that's making headlines, or instead of lettuce you recommend a particular type of salad leaf to make it feel different. I will need your expert bio and headshot for the expert box, as well as preferred links to website/social media.

In March, I always recommend planting **kale**, particularly the lacinato or curly varieties. These thrive in the cool, unpredictable early spring weather and can handle brief cold snaps that would damage more delicate crops. When I first started experimenting with home vegetable gardens alongside my landscape clients, I was struck by how forgiving kale is—if the soil is well-drained and gets a few hours of sunlight, it rewards you with months of harvest. A simple tip: start seeds indoors toward the end of February, then transplant in March once the soil can be worked. Another great March crop is **broccoli**, especially if you live in a region with mild springs. I've had success growing it in raised beds with rich compost and steady moisture. The key is timing—getting those transplants in before the heat sets in helps the heads form tightly. I often advise clients to companion plant with herbs like dill or chamomile, which attract beneficial insects and keep pests at bay. Both kale and broccoli not only extend your growing season but also give your garden an early, vibrant start.

When it comes to March planting, broccoli rabe is one vegetable that would always do well and many people do not pay much attention to it. In Accurate Homes and Commercial Services teams, it is a success in early spring gardens since it is able to endure lower soil temperatures and is also able to mature faster before heat pressure sets in. It is an efficient March sower, unlike heading broccoli, which has a long growing period, so it is the right plant at the time of March. Flavour is enhanced when cultivated under cool climatic conditions, resulting in tender stems and leaves with a weakness of bite which is excellent in simple sautes. Practically it is also forgiving. Imbalanced watering or shifts in temperatures do not ruin the crop like it would in the case of greens that are more sensitive. Homeowners who are relaxing into spring planting can find fast repayment in broccoli rabe which can hold the garden beds fruitful during summer months when there is still a couple of weeks to go. Such initial success tends to create confidence and momentum throughout the rest of the season, which is more important as compared to seeking ideal yields. The best way of gardening is to do it in real time, under realistic conditions, not ideal conditions.

Kale is my go-to for March. It can take the chill, and something about those hardy leaves pushing through the cold feels symbolic--like strength showing up in softness. I love 'Red Russian' kale especially. The stems have this blush of pink-lavender that looks like something out of a fairytale garden. You can eat it young in salads or let it grow into something bold and textured. Mustard greens are another sleeper favorite. Spicy, electric, full of attitude--and they grow so quickly, you feel like nature's cheering you on. Mizuna, with its feathery leaves and a flavor that dances between sweet and peppery, feels like the wild child of the salad family. March is when I plant possibilities, not just vegetables. Bio: I'm Julia Pukhalskaia, founder of Mermaid Way, a Florida-based brand rooted in feminine confidence and creativity. I design lingerie and swimwear with emotion at the center. When I'm not sketching silhouettes or working with textures, I'm usually in the garden, hands in the dirt, reconnecting with softness and strength. Headshot: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1fuG5wNimYVBgbDxudGzERkOebhQlci-4/view?usp=sharing LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/julia-pukhalskaia-9b0b98337

I'll give you one that's probably not on anyone's usual March planting list: kohlrabi. I grew up seeing this odd-looking veggie in French markets, but it's completely underappreciated in the US. It handles cool temperatures well, so early spring is perfect. Plus, it grows fast--our guests who've tried it in container gardens said they harvested the bulbs in under 60 days. Slice it raw for crunch or roast it for sweetness. It's the kind of "surprise star" I'd love to see more people trying. Bio: Damien Zouaoui is the Co-Founder of Oakwell Beer Spa in Denver, a wellness retreat blending European spa traditions with modern self-care. His passion for holistic living and home gardening was shaped by his French upbringing and global travels. Headshot: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1OWlXv9AN_biCpecqwcSK7zBS_U8OB2on/view?usp=sharing LinkedIn: https://linkedin.com/in/damienzouaoui

One overlooked but reliable vegetable for planting in March is spring onion (scallion). Our team has seen consistent success growing cold-tolerant varieties like 'White Lisbon', even in zones with lingering frost. They germinate well in cool soil, and their compact root system makes them ideal for small garden beds or containers. With good drainage and full sun, they begin producing edible greens within 8 to 10 weeks--quick feedback for early-season gardeners. If the goal is to keep things fresh without repeating common choices like lettuce, another option I'd recommend is mizuna. It's a Japanese mustard green with frilled leaves that grow rapidly in cool weather. It handles partial shade, which is valuable in fluctuating early-spring sunlight. Our partners at a regenerative farm in California report strong regrowth even after multiple harvests, making it both resilient and highly productive through the season. Bio: I'm Hans Graubard, Co-Founder and COO of Happy V, a women's wellness company with in-house manufacturing and R&D. I spent years in product formulation and operations before transitioning from general nutraceuticals to female-focused solutions. Today, I combine quality systems engineering with systems thinking around soil, plant health, and how food choices impact long-term wellbeing. Headshot: https://happyv.com/cdn/shop/files/happyv_team_Hans.jpg LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hansgraubard/

One great vegetable to plant in March is kohlrabi, which is still overlooked by many home gardeners. It thrives in cool spring temperatures, matures quickly, and is far less fussy than cabbage or broccoli. Both the bulb and leaves are edible, making it a high yield choice for small gardens. I recommend varieties like Early White Vienna because they stay tender even if harvest timing slips. Kohlrabi is also resilient against early spring pests, which makes it ideal for gardeners easing into the season. Its mild flavor works well raw in salads or roasted, giving home growers versatility along with reliability. Daniel Meursing CEO & Founder Premier Staff www.premierstaff.com