What We’re Growing in our 2026 Garden

As a new growing season begins, there’s nothing more exciting than dreaming up what will fill the garden beds in the months ahead. In 2026, my garden is shaping up to be a mix of tried-and-true favorites and a few new varieties I’m excited to experiment with. From fresh vegetables and fragrant herbs to plants chosen for pollinators and easy harvesting, this year’s garden is all about growing with intention, joy, and a little curiosity. In this 4th installment of “What We’re Growing,” I’m sharing exactly what I’m growing in my garden in 2026 and why each plant earned a spot this season.

This year, I’m keeping things simple by sticking with my favorite seed company, Botanical Interests, for all of my seed needs. I’ve come to trust their high-quality seeds, thoughtful growing information, and wide variety of options that work beautifully in home gardens. I also love how clearly everything is labeled, making it easy to plan, plant, and care for each crop with confidence. Choosing one reliable seed source helps streamline the gardening process, and Botanical Interests continues to be a brand I can count on season after season.

Vegetables

Root Vegetables

Radish: Crimson Giant, Easter Egg Blend

Beets: Detroit Dark Red

Carrots: Sunshine Mix (Yellow & Orange), Tricolor Carrots

Aliums

Bunching Onions: Parade, White Lisbon

Garlic

Pumpkins & Squash

You may look at this and think I’m crazy but…growing pumpkins and squash bring be so much joy!

Zucchini: Costata Romanesco

Squash:

Kabocha Squash
Red Kuri
Waltham Butternut Squash
Honey Nut Squash

Pumpkins:

Jarrahdale
Jack-O-Lantern
Caspertia
Jack-Be-Little
Cinderella
Sugar Pie
Black Kat

Brassicas

Waltham 29 Broccoli
Purple Vienna Kohlrabi

Greens

Lettuce: Marvel of 4 Seasons, Red Sails, Buttercrunch

Kale: Lacinato, & a blend with 5 different types: Dwarf Blue Curled, Improved Dwarf Siberian, Lacinato, Premier, & Red Russian

Swiss Chard: 5 color Silverbeet

Spinach: Matador

Peppers

Shishito
Sweet Banana
Anaheim Chili
Early Flame Jalapeños
Serrano
Purple Beauty Bell Pepper

Tomatoes

Sungold (This will always grow in my garden)
Oxheart
Costoluto Genovese
Green Zebra

Other

Romanesco Fennel
Scarlet Emperor Pole Beans

Herbs

German Chamomile
Flat Leaf Parsley
Cilantro
Bouquet Dill
Borage

Basil:

Italian Genovese
Purple Petra
Lettuce Leaf
Lemon Basil

Flowers

Cosmos

Candystripe
Rubenza
Bright Lights Mixed Colors
Xanthos
Apricotta

Zinnia

Señora
Giant Purple
Envy
Cut & Come Again

Marigolds

Lemon & Tangerine Gems
Crackerjack Blend
Spinning Wheels

Sweet Peas

Royal Family Mixture
Sweet Dreams Mixed Colors
Raspberry Twirl
April in Paris
High Scent

Nasturtium

Mahogany
Butterscotch
Cherry Rose Jewel

Other

Strawflower: Swiss Giants
Tall Verbena
Lambada Bee Balm
Iceland Poppies
Black Swan Poppies
Lauren’s Grape Poppies
Black Magic Bachelor Buttons
Tall Blend Bachelor Buttons
Mammoth Sunflower
Golden Honey Bear Sunflower

What We’re Growing in our 2026 Garden