March: Asparagus
Asparagus, those whimsical green stalks, flourish in West Michigan’s sandy shores, but it was actually first cultivated in Greece 2,500
March: Maple Syrup
Celebrate the return of spring with the harvest of pure Michigan maple syrup, that sticky sweet liquid of our breakfast dreams. Its production
April: Greens
Greens are a commonly grown vegetable in Michigan. The many varieties each offer its own distinct flavor, texture and color, so ditch the iceburg
April: Herbs
Herbs can be defined as any plant that holds a useful purpose, but the Webster Dictionary defines them as “a plant or plant part valued for its medicinal,
May: Strawberries
Strawberries, the fragrant, heart-shaped fruit decorated with hundreds of tiny yellow seeds and a neat green cap, have been cultivated for thousands of years,
June: Cherries
Cherries, one of the world’s most craved fruits, are grown in 20 countries worldwide. These fan favorites are cited as far back as the third century
July: Blueberries
Neatly planted rows of red-branched blueberry bushes line the roads of southwest Michigan, and it’s no surprise. This small fruit holds
July: Raspberries
The duality of raspberries’ sweet and tart flavor has long thrilled us in the heat of summer. These delicate composite berries have a long history,
August: Sweet Corn
There’s no doubt about corn’s popularity, with our annual per capita corn consumption reaching 160 pounds. The neat rows of yellow
September: Apples
Autumn welcomes the heavy boughs of apple trees, spotted with green, red, and yellow fruit. We celebrate the season with trips to the apple orchard,
October: Pumpkins
The Halloween tradition of carving pumpkins originally began with turnips in Ireland for the ancient holiday. When the Irish immigrated to the United States.
November: Evergreens
Evergreens, or conifer trees, retain their foliage year round, unlike its deciduous counterparts which shed leaves each fall. They’re