Vegetable in February

Are artichokes in season in February?

Q: Are artichokes in season in February?

No. Artichokes are not in season in February. The season starts in March. Artichokes are in season March through May in the United States, and at their best in April.

NoThe season starts in March.

The season ended in May, 9 months before February, and starts again in March, 1 month later. Fresh artichokes sold in February are usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

Artichokes are in season March through May in the United States, and at their best in April.

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If you buy them anyway

Out of season: Jarred or frozen artichoke hearts are a good shortcut any time of year.
How to pick: Tight, heavy and squeaky when squeezed. Spreading leaves mean it is old.
How to store: In a bag in the fridge for up to a week.

Goes well with, in season in February

Lemons

Artichokes in other months

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Everything about artichokes, including nutrition. Everything in season in February.

Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.