Season Almanac

Vegetable in March

Are artichokes in season in March?

YesIn season until the end of May.

March is the first month of a 3-month season, so the first artichokes of the year are arriving. The peak comes in April.

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

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  8. Aug
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  10. Oct
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  12. Dec

Buying artichokes in March

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.
Try this
Steam whole for 30 to 40 minutes and dip the leaves in melted butter.

Goes well with, in season in March

Artichokes in other months

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

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