Produce Info, Storage Tips and Recipes
Anise and Fennel
Apples
Apricots
Artichokes
Arugula
Asparagus
Avocados
Bananas
Basil
Beets
Bell Peppers (Green)
Bell Peppers (Other)
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bok Choy
Broccoli
Broccoli Rabe
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Calaloo
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Carrots (Baby)
Cauliflower
Celeriac (Celery Root)
Celery
Chard
Cherries
Chives
Cilantro
Collard Greens
Corn
Cranberries
Cucumbers
Dandelion Greens
Dill
Edamame
Eggplant
Endive
Fiddleheads
Figs
Garlic
Garlic Scapes
Ginger
Grapefruit
Grapes
Green Beans
Hard-Rind Squash (Butternut, Acorn)
Herbs
Honeydew
Kale
Kiwi Berries
Kiwis
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lemons
Lettuce (Butter)
Lettuce (Green Leaf)
Lettuce (Red Leaf)
Lettuce (Romaine)
Limes
Lychees
Mandarins and Clementines
Mangoes
Mint
Mixed Salad Greens
Mushrooms (Crimini)
Mushrooms (Oyster)
Mushrooms (Portabello)
Mushrooms (Shitake)
Mushrooms (White)
Mustard Greens
Nectarines
Onions
Oranges
Oregano
Papayas
Parsley
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peas-Shelling
Persimmons
Pineapple
Plums
Pluots
Pomegranates
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Radishes
Raspberries
Rosemary
Rutabagas
Sage
Scallions
Soft-Rind Squash (Zucchini, Yellow)
Spinach (Bagged)
Spinach (Loose)
Sprouts
Strawberries
Sunchokes
Sweet Potatoes
Tangelos
Tangerines
Thyme
Tomatoes (Cherry and Grape)
Tomatoes (Roma and Plum)
Tomatoes (Salad)
Turnip Greens
Turnips
Watermelon
Apples
Apricots
Artichokes
Arugula
Asparagus
Avocados
Bananas
Basil
Beets
Bell Peppers (Green)
Bell Peppers (Other)
Blackberries
Blueberries
Bok Choy
Broccoli
Broccoli Rabe
Brussels Sprouts
Cabbage
Calaloo
Cantaloupe
Carrots
Carrots (Baby)
Cauliflower
Celeriac (Celery Root)
Celery
Chard
Cherries
Chives
Cilantro
Collard Greens
Corn
Cranberries
Cucumbers
Dandelion Greens
Dill
Edamame
Eggplant
Endive
Fiddleheads
Figs
Garlic
Garlic Scapes
Ginger
Grapefruit
Grapes
Green Beans
Hard-Rind Squash (Butternut, Acorn)
Herbs
Honeydew
Kale
Kiwi Berries
Kiwis
Kohlrabi
Leeks
Lemons
Lettuce (Butter)
Lettuce (Green Leaf)
Lettuce (Red Leaf)
Lettuce (Romaine)
Limes
Lychees
Mandarins and Clementines
Mangoes
Mint
Mixed Salad Greens
Mushrooms (Crimini)
Mushrooms (Oyster)
Mushrooms (Portabello)
Mushrooms (Shitake)
Mushrooms (White)
Mustard Greens
Nectarines
Onions
Oranges
Oregano
Papayas
Parsley
Parsnips
Peaches
Pears
Peas
Peas-Shelling
Persimmons
Pineapple
Plums
Pluots
Pomegranates
Potatoes
Pumpkins
Radishes
Raspberries
Rosemary
Rutabagas
Sage
Scallions
Soft-Rind Squash (Zucchini, Yellow)
Spinach (Bagged)
Spinach (Loose)
Sprouts
Strawberries
Sunchokes
Sweet Potatoes
Tangelos
Tangerines
Thyme
Tomatoes (Cherry and Grape)
Tomatoes (Roma and Plum)
Tomatoes (Salad)
Turnip Greens
Turnips
Watermelon
Apricots
The Basics
While the exact origins of the apricot are unknown, many believe the fruit to be native to China. The fruit resembles a small peach, with a surface that can be either smooth or fuzzy. Compared to a peach tree, the apricot tree can tolerate colder temperatures and therefore grows well in continental climates. (Learn more about apricots on Wikipedia.)
Storage Tips
Apricots should be stored at room temperature until they are ripe. Once ripened they should be stored in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. They are very perishable!
Nutrition
Apricots are an excellent source of vitamin A, an essential nutrient for maintaining and improving eyesight. They also contain plenty of vitamin C, fiber, and potassium. (See many more nutrition facts at Self.com.)