Pea Shoots
California Central Valley calendar

Pea Shoots

At its best in California Central Valley from late February to mid March. It’s out of season right now. It usually arrives in mid February.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Bright green, crisp, no wilting at the tips.

Keeping

Fridge in a bag, a couple of days — best fresh.

Also in season in California Central Valley

Apple

at its best now

Basil

winding down

Beets

just arriving

Bell Pepper

winding down

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Cauliflower

just arriving

Season dates for the California Central Valley calendar, checked locally.
Cook with what’s in season