Watermelon
California Coast calendar

Watermelon

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

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Heavy for its size, dull (not shiny) rind, yellow field spot.

Keeping

Whole on the counter; cut, in the fridge.

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.
Cook with what’s in season