Kale
Pacific Northwest calendar

Kale

At its best in Western Washington from early November to early January. Right now it’s just arriving.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Leaves firm and unwilted, no yellow edges.

Keeping

Wrapped loosely in the fridge, up to a week.

Also in season in Western Washington

Apple

at its best now

Beets

at its best now

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Celery

at its best now

Cherry Tomato

winding down

Collard Greens

just arriving

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