Pennsylvania · Garden vegetables

Kale season in Pennsylvania

Typically mid-May to late November, with peak early June through late October.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

At a glance

Early

From mid-May — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

early June through late October — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through late November — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 28 weeks end to end, shoulders included.


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Frequently asked questions

When is kale season in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, the kale season typically runs mid-May to late November, with peak availability early June through late October. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own kale in Pennsylvania?

Mostly a market-table crop; a few CSA farms let members cut their own. The best market weeks are early June through late October.

How long does kale season last in Pennsylvania?

about 28 weeks end to end — mid-May to late November. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.