In Season Fruits and Vegetables

Fruits and vegetables are cheaper and tastier when they are in-season.  We've heard this from various sources.  So when are produce in-season?  When I was researching this topic, many sites appeared with lists of different fruits and vegetables and when they are in-season.  I have compiled the lists but remember this varies depending on your geographical location.  This list holds true for most of the United States.

January	Broccoli, Cabbage, Cauliflower, Grapefruit, Lemons, Oranges, Papayas, Tangerines
February	Broccoli, Cauliflower, Grapefruit, Lemons, Oranges, Papayas
March	Broccoli, Lettuce, Mango, Pineapple
April	Artichokes, Asparagus, Broccoli, Lettuce, Mango, Pineapple, Spring Peas, Zucchini
May	Apricots, Artichokes, Asparagus, Broccoli, Cherries, Lettuce, Okra, Pineapple, Spring Peas, Zucchini
June	Apricots, Blueberries, Cantaloupe, Cherries, Corn, Lettuce, Peaches, Strawberries, Watermelon
July	Apricots, Blueberries, Cantaloupe, Corn, Cucumbers, Green Beans, Kiwi, Lettuce, Peaches, Plums, Raspberries, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Tomatoes, Watermelon
August	Apricots, Blueberries, Cantaloupe, Corn, Cucumbers, Egg Plant, Green Beans, Kiwi, Lettuce, Peaches, Plums, Raspberries, Strawberries, Summer Squash, Tomatoes, Watermelon
September	Egg Plants, Grapes, Lettuce, Pomegranates, Pumpkins, Spinach, Tomatoes
October	Apples, Broccoli, Cranberries, Grapes, Pomegranates, Pumpkins, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Winter Squash
November	Broccoli, Cranberries, Mushrooms, Oranges, Pears, Pomegranates, Pumpkins, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tangerines, Winter Squash
December	Broccoli, Cauliflower, Grapefruit, Mushrooms, Oranges, Papayas, Pears, Pomegranates, Sweet Potatoes, Tangerines

Getting a variety of these fruits and vegetables is an important part of eating a balanced diet.  Remember to make half your plate fruits and vegetables!

A great resource on all stuff fruits and vegetables is http://www.fruitsandveggiesmorematters.org/.  Check it out!