Season Almanac

Vegetable in September

Are turnips in season in September?

YesIn season until the end of February.

September is the first month of a 6-month season, so the first turnips of the year are arriving. The peak comes in November and December.

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

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  11. NovBest
  12. DecBest

Buying turnips in September

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.

Goes well with, in season in September

Also at their best in September

Turnips in other months

Everything about turnips, including nutrition. Everything in season in September.

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