Mint
Pacific Northwest calendar

Mint

At its best in Western Washington from mid June to early August. Right now it’s winding down.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Leaves bright and unblemished, stems not slimy.

Keeping

Stems in a glass of water on the counter, like flowers.

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