SAND N STRAW CSA HARVEST CALENDAR

Vista, California Growing Seasons

Because of our mild coastal North County climate, many crops overlap. This reflects peak harvest timing.

Winter (December–February)

Greens & Roots Season

Arugula
Beets
Broccoli
Carrots
Cauliflower
Cilantro
Collards
Kale
Leafy Greens
Peas
Radishes
Swiss Chard
Turnips
Lemons
Limes
Oranges
Grapefruit
Tangelos

Spring (March–May)

Fresh Greens & Early Fruit

Apricots
Blueberries
Cherries
Loquats
Peas
Green Onions
Arugula
Beets
Broccoli
Carrots
Cilantro
Kale
Leafy Greens
Parsley
Radishes
Swiss Chard
Lemons & Limes

Summer (June–August)

Peak Abundance

Apples
Basil
Blackberries
Blueberries
Cantaloupe
Cherry Tomatoes
Corn
Cucumbers
Dragon Beans
Dragon Fruit
Eggplant
Eight Ball Squash
Green Beans
Jalapeño Peppers
Peaches
Peppers (Corbaci, Poblano, Serrano, Shishito & more)
Plums
Raspberries
Summer Squash
Tomatoes
Tomatillos
Watermelon
Zucchini

Fall (September–November)

Warm Days, Cozy Crops

Apples
Avocados
Butternut Squash
Pears
Persimmons
Pomegranates
Prickly Pear
Pumpkins
Spaghetti Squash

Nearly Year-Round in Vista

Avocados
Lemons
Limes
Parsley
Green Onions
Kale
Swiss Chard
Leafy Greens