WHEN IS IT FRESH?

Sure, you can get asparagus from South America shipped in year-round, but if you want it when it's freshest -- and from your own backyard -- this is the chart for you. Refer to this handy chart to plan trips to the market or entire meals.

• Click here for a list of farmers market locations in the South Sound.

What's fresh this month?

Parsley, Rosemary, Sage, Apples, Kiwi, Pears, Asian Pears, Beets, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Celery, Daikon, Garlic, Elephant Garlic, Greens, Kohlrabi, Leeks, Lettuce, Parsnips, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes, Shallots, Spinach, Winter Squash, Tea Leaves, Turnips, Eggs, Pork, Beef, Lamb, Turkey