A common question you may ask yourself as you stand in the produce section of the grocery store or walk around Saturday’s farmer market is “what’s in season?” For the peak times on produce, the list below should demystify things a bit!

Spring

Strawberries, Cherries, New Potatoes, Scallions, Peas (all varieties), Asparagus, Green Beans, Spinach, Radishes, Baby Lettuces, and Rhubarb

Summer

Zucchini Squash, Yellow Squash, Beets, Corn, Bell Peppers, Basil, Cucumbers, Plums, Peaches, Nectarines. Eggplant, Tomatoes, Chard, Blueberries, Blackberries, Raspberries, and Arugula

Fall

Brussels Sprouts, Butternut Squash, Leeks, Sweet Potatoes, Apples, Broccoli, Mushrooms, Pomegranate, Cauliflower, Pears, Potatoes, and Grapes

Winter

Radicchio, Acorn Squash, Turnips, Parsnips, Lemons, Grapefruits, Clementines, Cabbage, Collard Greens, Kale and Fennel