Season Almanac

Vegetable in October

Is Swiss chard in season in October?

YesOctober is the last month of the season.

October is the last month of the season. Buy it now if you want it fresh. It returns in May.

Swiss chard is in season May through October in the United States, and at its best in July, August and September.

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  5. MayIn
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  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
  9. SepBest
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  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Buying Swiss chard in October

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.
Try this
Cook the chopped stems first, then wilt the leaves with garlic.

Goes well with, in season in October

Also at their best in October

Swiss chard in other months

Everything about Swiss chard, including nutrition. Everything in season in October.

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