Why plant once and harvest only once when you can grow vegetables that come back year after year?
These perennial veggies keep on giving, saving you time, effort, and money while keeping your garden full.
From crisp greens to flavorful roots, you’ll enjoy a harvest that just won’t quit!
Perennial Vegetables That Keep Producing For Years
1. Asparagus
Spears emerge every spring, offering a delicious harvest for decades with minimal effort.
Patience is key, as it takes a few years to establish, but once it does, the rewards are worth it.
Prefers well-drained soil and full sun to thrive.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-8
Thrives In: Full Sun
2. Rhubarb
Stalks bring a tart, tangy flavor perfect for pies, jams, and sauces, while the leaves remain toxic.
This cold-hardy plant thrives in cooler climates and gets bigger every year.
Regular harvesting encourages more vigorous growth.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-8
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
3. Jerusalem Artichoke (Sunchoke)
Knobby tubers offer a nutty, slightly sweet taste and are packed with fiber.
Once planted, they spread rapidly and return year after year with little maintenance.
Great for soups, roasting, or enjoying raw in salads.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
4. Horseradish
Bold, spicy roots add a fiery kick to sauces and condiments with minimal effort.
Left alone, it spreads aggressively, making it a great choice for a dedicated garden space.
Cold-hardy and resilient, it thrives even in poor soil.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
5. Walking Onion (Egyptian Onion)
Bulblets form at the top of the stalk, eventually bending over and “walking” to a new spot.
Every part of this plant, from the bulbs to the greens, is edible and flavorful.
Tolerant of tough conditions, it keeps producing without fuss.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
6. Lovage
Leaves, stems, and seeds add a rich, celery-like flavor to soups and stews.
Towering growth and a long lifespan make it a standout in any herb garden.
Once established, it requires little care and keeps coming back stronger each season.
USDA Growing Zones: 4-8
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
7. Sorrel
Bright green leaves pack a lemony punch, perfect for fresh salads and soups.
Growth starts early in spring and continues through fall, providing a long season of harvests.
Tolerant of neglect, it thrives with little effort.
USDA Growing Zones: 4-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
8. Good King Henry
Tender shoots and spinach-like leaves make this old-fashioned green a hidden gem.
Thriving in neglected corners, it grows back year after year with minimal attention.
Once established, it handles both poor soil and partial shade with ease.
USDA Growing Zones: 3-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun, Shade
9. Sea Kale
Delicate shoots, leaves, and even edible flower buds make this coastal plant a versatile addition.
Once settled, it tolerates poor soil, drought, and salty conditions with ease.
Highly nutritious and packed with flavor, it’s a great perennial choice.
USDA Growing Zones: 4-8
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
10. Oca
Vibrant, tangy tubers offer a potato-like texture with a citrus twist.
Thrives in cooler regions and forms dense, sprawling foliage that shades the ground.
Harvest arrives in late fall, just in time for hearty seasonal dishes.
USDA Growing Zones: 7-10
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
11. Chinese Artichoke (Crosne)
Crunchy, nutty tubers add texture and mild sweetness to a variety of dishes.
Sprawling vines and rapid growth make it a reliable producer year after year.
Best harvested after the first frost to enhance its flavor.
USDA Growing Zones: 5-9
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
12. Chayote
Vigorous vines produce pear-shaped fruits that taste like a mild summer squash.
Once established, this perennial climber provides a steady supply of both fruit and tender shoots.
Warm climates encourage the best growth and highest yields.
USDA Growing Zones: 8-11
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
13. Malabar Spinach
Thick, glossy leaves offer a slightly tangy, spinach-like taste even in hot weather.
As a vining plant, it thrives on trellises and fences, making it a space-saving choice.
Unlike traditional spinach, it loves warm temperatures and resists bolting.
USDA Growing Zones: 9-11
Thrives In: Full Sun, Part Sun
