Fresh food is best so why not grow some year round?

Cold Frames and row covers are easy to use. We have a few old freezers that don't work that are designated to be turned into cold frames by adding glass to the top and reflective Mylar on the north inside of the container. Plants for winter growing include peas, cabbage, broccoli, cauliflower, brussel sprouts, spinach, kale and swiss chard. All these plants can take some freezing and come back. Carrots, parsnips and beets planted in October can be harvested throughout the winter. Cold frames can also be used to get a head start on spring veggies.

Greenhouses are more costly but can be made from simple plastic, hoops and grounded posts. More elaborate ones can be bought or made but I typically don't buy high-end items unless I have perfected a skill to use them.