Vegetable in January

Is spinach in season in January?

Q: Is spinach in season in January?

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

NoThe season starts in April.

The season ended in November, 2 months before January, and starts again in April, 3 months later. Fresh spinach sold in January is usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

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

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In season in January instead

The closest swaps you can buy that month.

Kale Parsnips

If you buy it anyway

Out of season: Sold all year. Frozen spinach is a good buy for cooking.
How to pick: Dark green, crisp leaves with no slime or yellowing.
How to store: In a bag with a paper towel in the fridge. Use within 3 to 5 days.

Spinach in other months

Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

Everything about spinach, including nutrition. Everything in season in January.

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