Beets
Pacific Northwest calendar

Beets

Beta vulgaris subsp. vulgaris · amaranth family · the swollen root, and the leaves

At its best in Western Washington from early October to early December. Right now it’s at its best now.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Firm, smooth, greens still fresh if attached.

Keeping

Greens off, root in the fridge, up to three weeks.

Also in season in Western Washington

Apple

at its best now

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Celery

at its best now

Cherry Tomato

winding down

Collard Greens

just arriving

Corn

winding down

Season dates for the Pacific Northwest calendar, checked locally.
Cook with what’s in season