Season Almanac
Rhubarb

Vegetable in November

Is rhubarb in season in November?

NoThe season starts in April.

The season ended in June, 5 months before November, and starts again in April, 5 months later. Fresh rhubarb sold in November is usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

Rhubarb is in season April through June in the United States, and at its best in May.

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In season in November instead

The closest swaps you can buy that month.

CranberriesApplesBrussels sprouts

If you buy it anyway

Out of season
Frozen chopped rhubarb works well in pies and compotes.
How to pick
Firm, crisp stalks. Redder ones look prettier but color does not change the flavor. Never eat the leaves.
How to store
Wrapped in the fridge for up to a week. It freezes well when chopped.

Goes well with, in season in November

ApplesOranges

Rhubarb in other months

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Everything about rhubarb, including nutrition. Everything in season in November.

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