VANILLAGOODS / FRESH MARKET BUYING GUIDE
Lemons: Buying, Storage & Baking Guide
Learn how to choose, store, and bake with lemons, with quality checks and U.S. season guidance.
Citrus
Look for
Smooth sound peel; shade varies by cultivar
Feel & texture
Heavy for size
Aroma
Citrus scent when zested
What to avoid
Decay or mold
How to store
Refrigerate for longer life
Typical U.S. season
Typical U.S. months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, Nov, Dec
Growing regions and availability
High-level growing suitability depends on variety, climate and local conditions.
Seasons and growing conditions vary by location and variety. Imported or stored ingredients may be available outside typical growing windows.
Visual buying guide
Where it grows
Pick this one
Smooth sound peel; shade varies by cultivar
Skip this one
Decay or mold
What can you bake with Lemons?
Lemon curd
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