Leopard plant (Farfugium japonicum) has fast-growing yellow flower spikes that shoot up in spring, offering interest to gardens, says Damon Abdi of the Hammond Research Station at Louisiana State ...

8 Fast-Growing Plants to Grow From Seed for a Lush, Colorful Garden in Weeks. Helena Madden. May 1, 2025 at 10:01 AM. Copied; Getty Images. ... Time to Maturity: 45 to 50 days. Sweet Alyssum.

Experimentation: Growing quick-to-grow plants allows you to try out different varieties, colors, and textures, helping you discover your preferences and gain confidence in your gardening skills.

Here are seven fast-growing vegetables you should plant in your garden right now. ... Growing eggplant from transplants speeds up the process, and plants can reach maturity within 65 to 80 days.

Many onions are fast-growing and love cool temperatures, so these are another quick spring harvest. Scallions only take 10 to 12 weeks. And if you want to grow regular onions, start with “onion ...

Baby leaf lettuce, also called mesclun or cut-and-come-again salad greens, are quick-growing lettuce mixes that mature in about 35 to 40 days. "Sow seeds thickly for a uniform crop," says Shepherd.

By DEAN FOSDICKContainer gardening is coming in from the cold, replacing the one-plant-to-a-pot displays that have been indoor decorating staples since the Victorian era. Associated Press PhotosA ...