Season Almanac

Fruit in February

Is grapefruit in season in February?

YesAt its best in February.

February is month 4 of a 6-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Grapefruit is in season November through April in the United States, and at its best in January, February and March.

  1. JanBest
  2. FebBest
  3. MarBest
  4. AprIn
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. Jul
  8. Aug
  9. Sep
  10. Oct
  11. NovIn
  12. DecIn

Buying grapefruit in February

How to pick
Heavy with thin, smooth skin. A slightly flattened shape often means more juice.
Ripening at home
Citrus does not ripen after picking. Buy it ready.
How to store
A week on the counter, or 3 weeks in the fridge.
Try this
Halve, sprinkle with a little sugar and broil until bubbling.

Goes well with, in season in February

Also at their best in February

Grapefruit in other months

Everything about grapefruit, 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.