Vegetable in April
Are carrots in season in April?
NoThe season starts in June.
The season ended in November, 5 months before April, and starts again in June, 2 months later. Fresh carrots sold in April are usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.
Carrots are in season June through November in the United States, and at their best in September and October.
- Jan
- Feb
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- Apr
- May
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For Easter: Stored carrots are sold all year and are fine for glazing or cake. See the Easter guide.
In season in April instead
The closest swaps you can buy that month.
If you buy them anyway
- Out of season
- Carrots store well and are grown all year in California, so they are always a safe buy.
- How to pick
- Firm and bright, with no cracks. If the tops are on, they should be fresh and green.
- How to store
- Remove the tops and refrigerate in a bag for 3 to 4 weeks.
Goes well with, in season in April
Carrots in other months
Everything about carrots, including nutrition. Everything in season in April.
Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.