Green beans are available year-round but peak in early summer to early fall. They can be called string, snap, bush, or haricots verts. Available fresh, frozen, or canned at grocery stores and farmers markets
Amaranth is an annual ornamental plant with edible grain-like seeds. Requires 6 hours of sunlight, acidic soil, and temperatures 70-85°F. Can grow up to 8 feet tall with large leaves and single reddish flowers
Aloe genus contains over 500 species with thick fleshy leaves arranged in rosette pattern. Most aloes are toxic to animals due to their leaves containing dangerous toxins. Plants range from ground-hugging to small tree-sized species
Mushrooms grow from spores, not seeds, on various substrates like sawdust or straw. Spawn acts as a starter for mycelium growth before visible mushrooms appear. Most mushrooms thrive between 55-60°F, with Enoki mushrooms needing 45°F
Best planted in late spring (March-May) in temperate climates. Thrives in cooler, dry times like fall in tropical climates. Needs full sun exposure and well-drained soil with pH 6.2-6.8
Carrots take 5-3 weeks to sprout and should be planted densely. Lettuce matures in 45-55 days and can be fenced off from birds. Chives thrive in full sun and can be grown from seed or transplanted. Garlic and onions are essential for health and can be grown from sets. Beets are hardy and packed with vitamins and minerals