What is in season in District of Columbia right now?

Around August, District of Columbia markets typically carry apples, apricots, basil, beets, and blackberries, among others. Exact timing varies year to year and across the state.

When is strawberry season in District of Columbia?

In District of Columbia, strawberries typically peak from April through June. Weather moves this window a bit each year.

Where can I buy in-season produce in District of Columbia?

Local farmers markets are the most direct source. Our District of Columbia directory lists markets with days, hours, and what vendors sell.

What's in season in District of Columbia

Timing tracks close to the national norm, with strong spring and fall shoulder seasons. Peak windows below are typical for the Mid-Atlantic & Upper South region; exact timing varies year to year and across the state, and your local farmers market is the best real-time guide.

In season now (August)

Fruit

Apples Apricots Blackberries Blueberries Cantaloupe & Melons Figs Grapes Peaches Pears Plums Raspberries Watermelon

Vegetables

Beets Cabbage Carrots Cucumbers Eggplant Garlic Green Beans Okra Onions Peppers Potatoes Sweet Corn Tomatoes Zucchini & Summer Squash

Herbs

Basil

Buy it fresh in District of Columbia

Browse District of Columbia farmers markets or find seasonal farms near you.

District of Columbia produce calendar

Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec

January

Brussels Sprouts, Kale & Collards

February

Brussels Sprouts, Kale & Collards, Maple Syrup

March

Maple Syrup, Spinach

April

Asparagus, Broccoli, Radishes, Rhubarb, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Spinach, Strawberries

May

Asparagus, Broccoli, Peas, Radishes, Rhubarb, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Spinach, Strawberries

June

Apricots, Asparagus, Basil, Beets, Blueberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Carrots, Cherries, Cucumbers, Green Beans, Peaches, Peas, Radishes, Raspberries, Rhubarb, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Strawberries, Zucchini & Summer Squash

July

Apricots, Basil, Beets, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cabbage, Cantaloupe & Melons, Carrots, Cherries, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Garlic, Green Beans, Okra, Onions, Peaches, Peppers, Plums, Raspberries, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Watermelon, Zucchini & Summer Squash

Augustnow

Apples, Apricots, Basil, Beets, Blackberries, Blueberries, Cabbage, Cantaloupe & Melons, Carrots, Cucumbers, Eggplant, Figs, Garlic, Grapes, Green Beans, Okra, Onions, Peaches, Pears, Peppers, Plums, Potatoes, Raspberries, Sweet Corn, Tomatoes, Watermelon, Zucchini & Summer Squash

September

Apples, Basil, Beets, Blackberries, Broccoli, Cabbage, Cantaloupe & Melons, Carrots, Cauliflower, Eggplant, Figs, Garlic, Grapes, Green Beans, Kale & Collards, Okra, Onions, Peaches, Pears, Peppers, Plums, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes, Raspberries, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Spinach, Sweet Corn, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Watermelon, Winter Squash, Zucchini & Summer Squash

October

Apples, Beets, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Figs, Grapes, Kale & Collards, Okra, Onions, Pears, Peppers, Potatoes, Pumpkins, Radishes, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Tomatoes, Winter Squash

November

Apples, Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cabbage, Carrots, Cauliflower, Kale & Collards, Potatoes, Salad Greens & Lettuce, Spinach, Sweet Potatoes, Winter Squash

December

Brussels Sprouts, Kale & Collards

Frequently asked questions

What is in season in District of Columbia right now?: Around August, District of Columbia markets typically carry apples, apricots, basil, beets, and blackberries, among others. Exact timing varies year to year and across the state.
When is strawberry season in District of Columbia?: In District of Columbia, strawberries typically peak from April through June. Weather moves this window a bit each year.
Where can I buy in-season produce in District of Columbia?: Local farmers markets are the most direct source. Our District of Columbia directory lists markets with days, hours, and what vendors sell.