Season Almanac

Vegetable in February

Are pumpkins in season in February?

NoThe season starts in September.

The season ended in November, 3 months before February, and starts again in September, 7 months later. Fresh pumpkins sold in February are usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

Pumpkins are in season September through November in the United States, and at their best in October.

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If you buy them anyway

Out of season
Canned pumpkin puree is the standard for baking all year.
How to pick
For cooking, choose small sugar or pie pumpkins that feel heavy, with the stem attached.
How to store
Whole in a cool, dry place for 2 to 3 months.

Pumpkins in other months

Everything about pumpkins, 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.