Season Almanac

Vegetable in February

Are turnips in season in February?

YesFebruary is the last month of the season.

February is the last month of the season. Buy them now if you want them fresh. They return in September.

Turnips are in season September through February in the United States, and at their best in November and December.

  1. JanIn
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  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
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  8. Aug
  9. SepIn
  10. OctIn
  11. NovBest
  12. DecBest

Buying turnips in February

How to pick
Small, heavy and smooth. Under 3 inches across is sweetest.
How to store
Remove the greens and refrigerate for 2 to 3 weeks.
Try this
Roast in wedges, or mash with potatoes and butter.

Turnips in other months

Everything about turnips, 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.