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“Growing food is often thought of as a laborious process which requires long hours and a lot of patience,” writes Times freelance columnist Terri Meehan. “This can serve as a deterrent to many who would like to have an instant return on their investment. I tend to fall into this later category. Fortunately, there are vegetables that you can start now and begin to enjoy in less than 14 to 60 days.”