California Coast calendar
Artichoke
Cynara cardunculus var. scolymus · daisy family · the unopened flower bud
At its best in LA / SoCal Coast from late March to late April. It’s out of season right now. It usually arrives in early February.
The season
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Field notes
Choosing
Heavy, leaves squeak when squeezed, tight center.
Keeping
Sprinkled with water, bagged in the fridge, up to a week.
Also in season in LA / SoCal Coast
Apple
at its best now
Basil
winding down
Beets
at its best now
Bell Pepper
winding down
Blueberries
winding down
Brussels Sprouts
just arriving
Season dates for the California Coast calendar, checked locally.