Bell Pepper
California Coast calendar

Bell Pepper

Capsicum annuum · nightshade family · the fruit

At its best in LA / SoCal Coast from early August to mid September. Right now it’s winding down.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Firm, glossy, heavy for its size.

Keeping

Fridge crisper, up to two weeks.

Also in season in LA / SoCal Coast

Apple

at its best now

Basil

winding down

Beets

at its best now

Blueberries

winding down

Brussels Sprouts

just arriving

Butternut Squash

just arriving

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