Peaches
Desert Southwest calendar

Peaches

At its best in California Desert from late May to late June. It’s out of season right now. It usually arrives in early May.

The season

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Field notes

Choosing

Fragrant, gives slightly to gentle pressure.

Keeping

Counter until ripe, then fridge for a couple of days.

Also in season in California Desert

Apple

just arriving

Avocado

just arriving

Basil

winding down

Beets

just arriving

Cauliflower

just arriving

Celery

just arriving

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