One question I get asked a LOT is how to save money on fresh produce. Well, there is really only one good answer: buy them in-season. The best way to save money on fresh fruits and veggies is to know when the harvest season is for that item and purchase it then. Freezing fresh produce is a great way to lock in all of their great flavor and nutrients. You can blanch them and seal them in freezer bags or flash freeze them (This is my favorite method. You can read more about Flash Freezing HERE)! Most fresh produce will stay fresh in your freezer for up to 6 months. I have added a chart of the harvest season for the most popular fruits and veggies. I hope you enjoy!
Thank you Santee Patch 🙂
Spring Season (March, April, May)
Vegetable | Fruit |
Asparagus | Apricots |
Artichokes | Honeydew |
Corn | Limes |
Green Beans | Mango |
Mustard Greens | Orange |
Swiss Chard | Pineapple |
Watercress | Strawberry |
Summer Season (June, July, August)
Vegetable | Fruit |
Beats | Berries |
Bell Peppers | Cantaloupe |
Corn | Cherries |
Cucumbers | Grapefruit |
Lima Beans | Grapes |
Tomatoes | Plums |
Zucchini | Watermelon |
Fall Season (September, October, November)
Vegetable | Fruit |
Acorn Squash | Apple |
Broccoli | Cranberries |
Cauliflower | Guava |
Garlic | Passion Fruit |
Mushrooms | Pineapple |
Jalapeno Peppers | Pear |
Pumpkin | Pomegranate |
Winter (December, January February)
Vegetable | Fruit |
Belgian Endive | Clementine |
Brussels Sprouts | Grapefruit |
Collard Greens | Kiwifruit |
Kale | Red Banana |
Sweet dumpling Squash | Passion fruit |
Sweet Potatoes | Pears |
Turnips | Tangerines |
Year round
Vegetable | Fruit |
Avocado | Apples |
Carrots | Bananas |
Celery | Coconut |
Lettuce | Lemons |
Mushrooms | Papayas |
Olives | Dried Apricots |
Onions | |
Potatoes |
I love every one!! 😉