Best Cold Climate Vegetable Varieties

Best Cold Climate Vegetable Varieties

From Gardening In Canada by Ashley Labrecque

March 5, 2026 · 16 min

About this episode

This episode discusses the best vegetable varieties for cold climates in Canada.

Gardening In Canada is where science meets soil. Host Ashley, a soil scientist and lifelong plant lover, breaks down gardening through a Canadian lens—short seasons, wild weather, and all. Each episode dives into evidence‑based, practical tips for gardening in Canada’s unique climates: How to work with your soil, not against it Science‑backed ways to start seeds, fertilize, and water Growing food and ornamentals indoors and out Using tools and tech like plant sensors to better understand your plants Making the most of short summers and long winters Ashley’s background in Soil Science from the University of Saskatchewan keeps things accurate; her years of hands‑on gardening keep things real. Whether you’re on a balcony in the city, a tiny backyard in the suburbs, or an acreage on the Prairies, you’ll get clear, down‑to‑earth guidance you can actually use. Stay connected with Gardening In Canada: Website & free printables: https://gardeningincanada.net Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gardeningincanada YouTube: Gardening In Canada Some episodes may include mentions of products, tools, or services with affiliate links or discount codes. I may earn a commission if you choose…

People in this episode

Host: Ashley Labrecque

Topics covered

  • cold climate gardening
  • vegetable varieties
  • gardening tips
  • Canadian gardening
  • soil science

Keywords

  • cold climate vegetables
  • gardening in Canada
  • vegetable gardening
  • soil science
  • short seasons

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: University of Saskatchewan

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