Nutrition Facts


Here are a couple Vegetables with nutritional facts. These Veggies are easy to plant for beginners. Pay attention to their planting seasons!

Basil– Contains Potassium & Vitamin A. Helps fight migraines, digestive problems & insomnia. Serving Size: 1⁄4 cup. Season: Indoors in May

Green Beans– Good source of Potassium, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium & Fiber. Believed to cleanse the blood. Serving Size: 3⁄4 cup. Season: May-June

Broccoli– Great source of Vitamin C & Potassium. Also contains Vitamin A. Serving Size: 1 medium stalk. Season: February-July

Carrots– Great source of Vitamins A &C, Fiber & Iron. Good for the skin. Serving Size: 1⁄2 cup cooked Season: April-July

Lettuce– Good source of Folic Acid, Vitamin A & Fiber. Believed to stimulate the appetite. Serving Size: 1 cup raw. Season : March-May Or September-October

Bell Peppers– Very good source of Vitamin C. Also contains Vitamin A & Potassium. Serving Size: 1⁄2 medium pepper. Season: March-April

Spinach– Great source of Vitamins A &C,Iron&B Vitamins. Good for the skin, prevents anemia and replenishes minerals. Serving Size: 4oz(1⁄2cup cooked). Season: February-May and September

Tomatoes– Good source of Vitamins A, C & Potassium. Helps cleanse the body of toxins. Serving Size: 1 medium tomato (4 oz). Season: April-June

Information courtesy of: Gardening for Good Nutrition