California Central Valley calendar
Watercress
At its best in California Central Valley from early March to late March. It’s out of season right now. It usually arrives in early February.
The season
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Field notes
Choosing
Crisp, dark green, no yellowing.
Keeping
Stems in water like a bouquet, or damp-wrapped in the fridge.
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.