We love a zingy citrus and brussels sprouts salad [1] as much as the next person, but as Wintery weather [2] drags on, all those leafy greens and root vegetables can get a little dull — so we welcome verdant Spring [3] produce with open farmers market [4] totes. With that in mind, we've compiled a handy guide to what fruits and vegetables we can all look forward to devouring this coming season, from peppery radishes [5] to exotic cherimoyas, and loads in between.
Artichokes
Artichokes [6] are at their peak from March until June, with petite baby artichokes [7] available for a slightly truncated season: March through May.
Asparagus
Asparagus [8] is at its snappiest from March till May.
Cardoons
Cardoons [9], an Italian staple, are available in Winter, Spring, and early Summer.
Cherimoyas
The exotic cherimoya [10] can be found from January to May in a good year.
Chervil
Chervil [11] is at its peak in Spring.
Fava Beans
Fava bean [12] harvest signifies the transition from Spring to Summer, as fava beans are typically available April through July.
Fiddlehead Ferns
Fiddlehead fern [13] season typically only lasts for a few short weeks in May.
Garlic Scapes
Garlic scapes [14] — the flowering stalks of still-developing garlic bulbs — are typically available for a few weeks sometime between late May and early July.
Leeks
Leeks [15] are generally available year-round, with their peak during the Spring season.
Mangoes
While mangoes [16] don't typically grow in the US, their peak season runs from April through June in the equatorial climes where they're harvested.
Morel Mushrooms
The prized morel mushroom [17] is typically foraged (and therefore available fresh) during the Spring months; throughout the rest of the year, try dried morels.
Nettles
Stinging nettles [18] are available in markets January through July.
Peas
English peas [19] — also known as shell peas and garden peas — enjoy a short-lived season during late Spring and early Summer and are at their best in May.
Pea Shoots
Tender pea shoots and tendrils [20] are typically available January through May.
Purslane
Purslane [21] is typically available from April through December.
Radishes
Although radishes [22] are available year-round, it's during Spring and Summer months when one can truly appreciate them for their crisp texture and spicy, juicy bite.
Ramps
Ramps [23] are wild onions that have a limited season of about six weeks beginning in April.
Rhubarb
Actually a vegetable rather than a fruit, rhubarb [24] is at its peak from April to June, though it is often available slightly later into the Summer season.
Spring Onions
Spring onions [25] are simply young onions that have been pulled before they develop into conventional onions, and they are available — you guessed it — throughout the Spring season.
Strawberries
Strawberries [26] are at their sweetest from April to July, though they are available at farmers markets as early as March and as late as October.
