Radishes Radishes are among the fastest-growing plants, often sprouting within 3-5 days and being ready for harvest in as little as 3 weeks. In a week, you'll see their tiny green leaves peeking through the soil.
Lettuce Lettuce varieties like Leaf Lettuce or Arugula grow rapidly. You’ll notice seedlings emerging in about 3-7 days, and within a week, you'll have small, tender leaves that are perfect for harvesting.
Spinach Spinach grows quickly, especially in cool weather. In about 7 days, you'll see baby spinach leaves sprouting, and by the end of two weeks, you can begin harvesting the first leaves.
Cress (Garden Cress) Cress is known for its fast growth. It typically germinates in just 2-3 days, and within a week, you can start trimming the young, peppery leaves for salads and garnishes.
Mustard Greens Mustard greens are another fast-growing plant that germinates in just a few days. In a week, you'll see tiny mustard leaves forming, ready for harvesting in about 2-3 weeks.
Basil (from Cuttings) If you propagate basil from cuttings, roots will begin to form in just a few days. Within a week, you can have a small basil plant ready to grow further and produce fresh leaves.
Beans (like Green Beans) Certain bean varieties, such as green beans, sprout very quickly. In 7 days, you'll see their tiny leaves emerging from the soil, and in a few more weeks, they’ll be ready for harvest.