Season Almanac

Vegetable in February

Are carrots in season in February?

NoThe season starts in June.

The season ended in November, 3 months before February, and starts again in June, 4 months later. Fresh carrots sold in February 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.

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In season in February 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 February

Carrots in other months

Everything about carrots, 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.