Vegetable in October

Is butternut squash in season in October?

Q: Is butternut squash in season in October?

Yes. Butternut squash is at its best in October. Butternut squash is in season September through December in the United States, and at its best in October and November.

YesAt its best in October.

October is month 2 of a 4-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Butternut squash is in season September through December in the United States, and at its best in October and November.

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Buying butternut squash in October

How to pick: Matte, even tan skin with no green streaks, and heavy for its size.
How to store: Whole in a cool, dark place for 1 to 3 months.
Try this: Cube and roast with sage, or simmer into soup.

Goes well with, in season in October

Kale Apples Onions

Also at their best in October

Beets Broccoli Brussels sprouts Cabbage Carrots Cauliflower

Butternut squash in other months

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Everything about butternut squash, including nutrition. Everything in season in October.

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