Cruciferous plants (Brassicas) These resilient plants, including various types of cabbage, thrive in cooler climates. They can withstand excessive sunlight and heat, blooming prematurely or halting growth. Depending on our local climate, we can typically plant them in the fall, winter, or early spring. Some varieties, like black cabbage or Brussel sprouts, are even harvested in winter. Cruciferous vegetables can be categorized based on the parts we consume: the leaves (black cabbage, savoy, kale, arugula), undeveloped flower (cauliflower, broccoli, roman cauliflower), or the bulbs (turnip, kohlrabi). When we start with brassicas, the best is to start with leafy ones, such as black cabbage. They are easy to grow and can…