Season Almanac

Vegetable in October

Is garlic in season in October?

YesOctober is the last month of the season.

October is the last month of the season. Buy it now if you want it fresh. It returns in July.

Garlic is in season July through October in the United States, and at its best in July and August.

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  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Buying garlic in October

How to pick
Firm, tight heads with dry papery skin and no green shoots.
How to store
In a cool, dark, airy place for 1 to 2 months. Not in the fridge.
Try this
Roast a whole head in foil until soft and spread it on bread.

Goes well with, in season in October

Also at their best in October

Garlic in other months

Everything about garlic, 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.