Some vegetables prefer cooler temperatures, making them perfect for springtime gardens. Start seeds in late winter and be prepared to set plants out as soon as the soil is warm enough, and you’ll enjoy the first spring vegetables and fruits of your labor before summer even arrives!

Justin Hancock, a horticulturist at Costa Farms, recommends the Thumbelina variety of carrots in particular, as it's an even smaller size. It takes about 60 days for these vegetables to be ready to harvest when grown from seed, but they store very well in a refrigerator so that you can enjoy them for much longer.

Want to start harvesting fresh vegetables weeks before your neighbors? These essential spring vegetables will jumpstart your growing season

Gardeners will be starting to think about what they are going to plant this spring. Experts have recommended a vegetable that is easy to grow and ideal for beginners. Rhubarb is commonly found in popular deserts such as cake,