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February · District of Columbia

What's in season at District of Columbia farmers markets in February

Lean month. Many farmers selling jam, cheese, eggs to bridge to spring. Backed by USDA data on 74 District of Columbia markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

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District of Columbia signature this month

Chesapeake oysters

DC markets pull oysters from the Bay during the R-months.

Peak this February

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Chesapeake oysters storage apples leeks parsnips

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

kale cabbage beets carrots sprouting broccoli (mild years)

From storage

Cold-stored from last year's harvest — still common at indoor markets.

apples potatoes onions garlic winter squash sweet potatoes beets carrots cabbage

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January in District of Columbia

Was peak: storage onions, potatoes, winter squash

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March in District of Columbia

Coming into peak: ramps (wild), fiddleheads, maple syrup (PA)

Where to shop in District of Columbia

Top District of Columbia farmers markets

Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.