Spring showers bring May flowers — and, more importantly, farmers market season. Though Colorado is known mostly for its Rocky Ford cantaloupe, Olathe sweet corn and Palisade peaches, regional farmers grow so much more. Here, a guide to some of the other produce you’ll encounter at the market this summer — plus, two recipes to make the most of your fresh finds.

Leafy Greens

Spinach, kale, cabbage. They all grow well in this state’s cool climate, which is why Colorado is one of the country’s top lettuce producers. Many of these greens are accessible nearly year-round.

Onions

Local farmers generally grow what are known as storage onions, so they are harvested in fall and winter. By the time we enjoy them, they’ve matured to the point of intense flavor. White, yellow, red and pearl variet

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