Shopping with the seasons isn’t just about freshness—it’s about taste, nutrition, and price. Buying what’s in season helps you:
- Save money (less cost for transport and storage)
- Get better quality produce
- Support local farmers
Let’s explore a month-by-month calendar for fruits, vegetables, and pantry staples you can plan around.
🗓️ Monthly produce calendar
| Month | Fruits | Vegetables |
|---|---|---|
| January | Apples, citrus, kiwi | Cabbage, potatoes, carrots |
| February | Oranges, lemons, apples | Beets, leeks, turnips |
| March | Citrus, apples, pears | Spinach, radishes, endive |
| April | Rhubarb, strawberries (early) | Asparagus, lettuce, spring onions |
| May | Cherries, strawberries | Peas, spinach, radishes |
| June | Berries, apricots, peaches | Zucchini, cucumbers, new potatoes |
| July | Melons, plums, cherries | Tomatoes, eggplants, peppers |
| August | Peaches, grapes, raspberries | Sweet corn, green beans, cucumbers |
| September | Apples, figs, grapes | Pumpkin, beets, leeks |
| October | Pears, apples, plums | Cabbage, carrots, turnips |
| November | Quince, apples, citrus (early) | Kale, parsnips, squash |
| December | Oranges, tangerines, apples | Root vegetables, Brussels sprouts |
🚫 Why not to buy out-of-season produce
| Reason | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Higher price | Imported or artificially grown foods are more expensive |
| Lower taste quality | Picked early, lacks flavor and nutrients |
| Bigger carbon footprint | Long-distance transport increases emissions |
| More chemicals | May require more pesticides to grow off-season |
🧊 What can be stored longer?
Some produce, when stored correctly, can be enjoyed even out of season.
- Root vegetables like potatoes, carrots, and beets last for months in a cool, dark place.
- Apples and pears can stay fresh in the fridge for weeks to months.
- Cabbage keeps well in cold storage and can also be fermented.
- Squash and pumpkins store well in a cool, dry environment.
- Frozen berries or herbs maintain flavor and nutrients when frozen at peak season.
Preserving these foods lets you enjoy the taste and nutrition of seasonal products longer—and makes your shopping more efficient.
💡 Tips for smarter seasonal shopping
- Shop local at markets or direct from producers
- Use Promoscore filters to search for seasonal products and local origin
- Buy in bulk and preserve (freeze or dry) excess seasonal produce
- Plan weekly meals based on what’s in season and on promotion
🛒 Promoscore helps you stay in season
With Promoscore:
- Use filters to browse seasonal fruits and vegetables
- Check promos for fresh produce across multiple stores
- Compare prices and add items to your shopping list
- Get alerts when your favourites are discounted
Shopping with the seasons isn’t just smart—it’s better for your health, your wallet, and the planet. Let Promoscore help you shop the right foods at the right time, all year round.