Desert Southwest calendar
Turnip
At its best in California Desert from early November to late December. Right now it’s just arriving.
The season
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Field notes
Choosing
Smooth and firm, no soft spots — smaller ones are sweeter.
Keeping
Greens off, root in the fridge crisper, two weeks.
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.