Vegetable in August

Is kale in season in August?

Q: Is kale in season in August?

No. Kale is not in season in August. The season starts in September. Kale is in season April through June and September through January in the United States, and at its best in October and November.

NoThe season starts in September.

The season ended in June, 2 months before August, and starts again in September, 1 month later. Fresh kale sold in August is usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

Kale is in season April through June and September through January in the United States, and at its best in October and November.

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In season in August instead

The closest swaps you can buy that month.

Swiss chard Cabbage Beets

If you buy it anyway

Out of season: Sold all year. Summer kale can be tougher and more bitter, so cook it.
How to pick: Deep-colored, crisp leaves with no yellowing. Smaller leaves are more tender.
How to store: Wrapped in a damp towel in a bag in the fridge for 5 to 7 days.

Goes well with, in season in August

Lemons Garlic

Kale in other months

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Everything about kale, including nutrition. Everything in season in August.

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