Vegetable in December
Is Swiss chard in season in December?
NoThe season starts in May.
The season ended in October, 2 months before December, and starts again in May, 5 months later. Fresh Swiss chard sold in December is usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.
Swiss chard is in season May through October in the United States, and at its best in July, August and September.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- MayIn
- JunIn
- JulBest
- AugBest
- SepBest
- OctIn
- Nov
- Dec
In season in December instead
The closest swaps you can buy that month.
If you buy it anyway
- Out of season
- Sold most of the year. Spinach or kale can stand in.
- How to pick
- Glossy leaves and crisp, brightly colored stems.
- How to store
- Wrapped in a damp towel in a bag in the fridge for 3 to 5 days.
Goes well with, in season in December
Swiss chard in other months
Everything about Swiss chard, including nutrition. Everything in season in December.
Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.