Cold-Hardy Veggies You Can Plant in April in Denver
Think you’ve missed your chance to start a garden? Not so fast! Even in April, there are plenty of cold-hardy veggies that will thrive in Denver’s unpredictable spring weather.
If you’re itching to get your hands in the dirt, here’s your list of foolproof crops to plant right now—plus some pro tips to keep them safe from late-season chills.
1. Leafy Greens: The Superstars of SprinG
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2. Root Veggies: Slow and Steady Wins the Race
Carrots, radishes, and beets germinate well in cool soil but take a bit of patience.
🌱 Planting tips:
Radishes mature in just 3-4 weeks—perfect for impatient gardeners!
Carrots and beets grow best with consistent moisture (mulch helps)
Thin seedlings once they sprout for bigger, healthier roots.
3. Peas: The Sweetest Spring Treat
Snap peas and snow peas love cool temperatures and can handle light frost.
🌿 How to grow:
Direct sow as soon as the soil can be worked.
Give them a trellis or fence to climb—trust me, they’ll take off - even the bush varieties
Pick regularly to encourage more production.
4. Brassicas: The Cold-Hardy Champs
Cabbage, broccoli, and Brussels sprouts prefer spring’s mild temps over summer heat.
🥦 What they need:
Plant seedlings instead of seeds for a head start.
Keep soil moist but not soggy to prevent stress.
Use floating row covers to protect from late frosts and pests.
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5. Onions & Garlic: The Set-It-and-Forget-It Crops
If you didn’t plant them in fall, onion sets and spring garlic can still go in now!
🧅 Growing tips:
Space them 4-6 inches apart for best results.
Mulch heavily to retain moisture and suppress weeds.
Harvest green onions early or wait for full-sized bulbs.
Final Thoughts: Plant Now, Harvest Soon!
April is not too late to start a garden—just pick cold-loving crops and give them a little extra protection.
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