Turnip
Northeast Coastal calendar

Turnip

At its best in Cape & Islands from early June to late June, and again early November to early January. Right now it’s just arriving.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Smooth and firm, no soft spots — smaller ones are sweeter.

Keeping

Greens off, root in the fridge crisper, two weeks.

Also in season in Cape & Islands

Apple

at its best now

Beets

at its best now

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Butternut Squash

just arriving

Cauliflower

just arriving

Celery

at its best now

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