Vegetables refer to fresh edible portions of herbaceous plants. Vegetable-fruit distinction is difficult to maintain. Vegetables include roots, stems, leaves, flowers, seeds, and fruits
Bell peppers come in various colors including red, yellow, orange, green, white, purple and brown. Plants grow into compact bushes with large leaves and white flowers. Fruits range from miniature to giant sizes with different shapes. Foliage of nightshade plants is toxic to humans
Romaine has long, upright leaves with midrib running nearly entire length. Best planted from September to March in warm climates. Thrives in temperatures between 60°F and 70°F
Green beans take 45-55 days to grow in well-drained soil. Bell peppers need full sun for 6-8 hours daily. Cucumbers thrive in trellises after last frost. Tomatoes require daily watering and trellis support. Zucchini needs consistent 70s temperatures and 3-foot spacing
Radicchio is a perennial leaf vegetable with red leaves and white veins. Modern cultivation began in Italy in 15th century. Deep-red variety engineered in 1860 by Belgian agronomist Van den Borre
Okra grows best in hot climates, requiring 6+ hours of full sun daily. Seeds should be planted 4 inches apart, 1/2 inch deep in early spring. Soil pH should be between 6.5 and 7.0, enriched with compost. Plants need at least 1 inch of water weekly, morning watering preferred