Does there seem to be a better time of year (month or season) to but these to insure that they are fresh and not from last year's crop?
1719629
I think it would be difficult to distinguish as they are dried to a fuit leather consistancy, which is what helps to preserve them. All the ones I have purchased taste very good whether I eay them as is or rehydrate for a recipe. This batch has lasted me several months and I can taste no discernable difference.
1719630
I certainly can't address the question re: timing. What I CAN attest to is -- I have never received a shipment of the Traverse Bay Dried Cherries that was anything but THE Softest, Sweetest most wonderful dried cherries imaginable! At one point a couple years ago, there were NO MORE CHERRIES! Had to wait until the new season... It wasn't easy, believe me!
1719631
I have only bought them when I am about to run out. Not by the calendar. I doubt it makes a difference. Cannot remember if there was a date code or expire date on the bag.
1719632
I have kept mine in the refrigerator for a long time and never had them spoil. Best value and product I have found!
1719633
I don't think that has much to do with it...they are dried and the quality is always fine. We have purchased these cherries for years and have never been disappointed.
1719634
I purchase this product year round (subscribe and save) and the quality is always great. I don't think it is a concern at all.
693733
Depending on where you live, yes. I live in Florida, so March is an ideal time to release them, nice balmy weather with warm days. I wouldn't if you live somewhere cold, where the plants haven't come back to life, or somewhere still having freezing temperatures at nights.
808129
Yes you could plant them now or keep them in the fridge until spring. I live in Texas so I will harvest mine soon and leave some in the ground for next year.
1737592
I still have some left over from last year in an air tight container and they're still as fresh as the day I bought them, still crunchy. So it depends on how and where you store them. They are composed entirely of sugar which is effected by moisture and air. So its up to you on the shelf life. Put them in an open bowl in an even remotely moist environment and they wont last a week. Unless you like them without the crunch and soft.
1003546
Our September order has a July 2014 use by date. Personally , I think they will last longer because they are well sealed.
2024842
They seem to be fresh - they smell good enough for me to eat :-) I'm sure they were baked several months ago though so don't think they are just freshly baked.
34911
I've bought this item for Amazon several times, I must admit I haven't paid much attention to the 'Best is Used By' date. The idea to place in the freezer sounds like good advice. I think they are still good after the 'Best By', as that's what my husband says, as he says they are delicious.
39056
In my experience they are the most "unwashed" and freshest I have been able to find so far. There's not really a full proof method to check but usually the darker the water you wash them in, the better the seeds are.
1490478
I think that these would be fine in FL. There were a few things (like watermelon and goji berries) that didn't do as well in our Adirondack climate. They would do well in a warmer climate like yours.
315758
Yes...wait until April or May. Any earlier you would have to keep them in the refrigerator.
914672
They can last for several months if unopened. Longer if refrigerated prior to opening.
401290
I keep mine from year to year but they are not perin. in our area as they will not survive a freeze.
2199344
On the side of the label where is says "freshness and potency gaurrenteed through" should be a month/year and a lot number. Mine was 4/17, so April 2017. You will have to look for yours.
1122762
no these are tender, you can have them out in the summer but bring them in over winter. If you want succulents that will winter the north sebums and hens and chicks are perfect for that.
2170070
Not quite sure. I so know that now is not the time to harvest the tubers. You should wait till after the first frost to harvest them. But none-the-less there should have been some evidence of small tubers now.
1196189
I buy the six pack which usually lasts six months. Have never had a problem with freshness.
94966
Dont think they will wait til spring if you put them out now not for sure. I have kept mine in frig until i was ready theydone just fine.