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Summer is in full swing, and gardens across the U.S. are pumping out plenty of fresh produce! Some of summer’s best vegetables are at their peak this month, including corn, cucumbers, tomatoes, summer squash, and zucchini.

And don’t forget the fruit! Raspberries and blueberries are widely available right now, so get some while they last.

The guide below outlines which produce items you’re likely to find in your area this month. Don’t forget to look for these items at your local farmers market, in your CSA basket, or in your own back yard garden!

Note: Scroll down to the bottom of the page for a key to table abbreviations.

What’s in Season in your Region?

S SW MW UMW PNW NE
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Chiles Check
Cilantro Check
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Fava Beans Check Check
Figs Check Check
Garlic Check Check
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Kale Check Check Check
Leeks Check
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Lima Beans Check
Melons Check Check Check
Nectarines Check Check
Okra Check Check
Onions Check Check Check Check
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Plums Check Check Check
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Rhubarb Check Check
Snow Peas Check
Spinanch Check Check Check Check Check
Strawberries Check Check Check Check
Sweet Potatoes Check
Summer Squash Check Check Check Check Check Check
Sunchokes Check
Tomatoes Check Check Check Check Check Check
Turnips Check
Watercress Check  Check
Watermelon Check Check
Zucchini Check Check Check  Check Check

Table Key (Regional Abbreviations):

  • S = South
  • SW = Southwest
  • MW = Midwest
  • UMW = Upper Midwest
  • PNW = Pacific Northwest
  • NE = Northeast

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