seasonal

July

• ApricotsPeak Season
  California produces about 95% of U.S. apricots, mainly in the San Joaquin Valley, with Stanislaus, San Joaquin, and Merced counties being top producers. Available May through August, with peak flavor in June and July.
• AvocadosPeak Season
  Thriving in coastal regions, particularly San Diego, Ventura, and Santa Barbara counties. The Hass variety dominates California production. Available year-round, with peak season from March through September.
• BeetsPeak Season
  California's diverse climate allows for year-round beet production. The Imperial Valley and central coast regions are major growing areas, with organic beet production on the rise.
• BlackberriesPeak Season
  Grown in the Central Coast and Central Valley regions, California blackberries are known for their juicy, sweet-tart flavor. Popular in jams and pies, they're available May through July, with peak flavor in June and July.
• CantaloupePeak Season
  California produces 75% of nation's cantaloupes, grown in the Southern Desert Area and along the western San Joaquin Valley from Bakersfield to Sacramento. Available June through October, sweetest from July through September.
• CarrotsPeak Season
  The Imperial Valley and Kern County are California's carrot powerhouses. The state produces over 85% of all carrots grown in the United States, thanks to its ideal growing conditions.
• CornPeak Season
  While not California's largest crop, sweet corn is grown throughout the state's Central Valley. Many small farms and farmers' markets offer locally grown, super-sweet varieties during summer months.
• CucumbersPeak Season
  San Joaquin Valley is a major cucumber-growing region in California. The state's warm, sunny climate is ideal for both field and greenhouse cucumber production.
• EggplantPeak Season
  California's Central Valley, particularly Fresno County, is known for its eggplant production. The state grows a variety of eggplant types, including the popular Italian and Japanese varieties.
• GarlicPeak Season
  Gilroy, the 'Garlic Capital of the World', leads California's garlic production. The state produces over 90% of the commercial garlic grown in the United States.
• Green BeansPeak Season
  California's Central Valley, including Fresno and San Joaquin counties, is a major green bean growing area. The state's warm summers provide ideal conditions for both bush and pole bean varieties.
• NectarinesPeak Season
  Part of California's significant stone fruit production, primarily grown in Fresno, Tulare, and Kings counties. Available in white and yellow-fleshed varieties May through September, peaking July through August.
• OnionsPeak Season
  California's Imperial Valley and Central Valley are major onion-growing regions. The state produces a wide variety of onions, including sweet onions, thanks to its diverse microclimates.
• PeachesPeak Season
  A major crop in California's Central Valley, particularly Fresno, Tulare, and Kings counties. Both yellow and white varieties are grown, known for juicy texture and sweet flavor. Available May through October, peaking July through August.
• PeppersPeak Season
  California's Central Valley, especially Fresno County, is famous for its pepper production. The state grows a wide variety of peppers, from sweet bell peppers to spicy chili peppers, thriving in the hot, sunny climate.
• PlumsPeak Season
  Major production in California's Central Valley, growing both European and Japanese varieties. Known for juicy texture and flavors ranging from sweet to tart. Available May through October, peaking June through September.
• RaspberriesPeak Season
  Grown in coastal areas and the Central Valley, California raspberries are known for their delicate texture and sweet-tart flavor. Available May through November, with peak flavor from June through August.
• Summer SquashPeak Season
  California's Central Valley, including Fresno and Tulare counties, is known for its summer squash production. The state's warm, sunny summers are ideal for growing various squash varieties, including zucchini and yellow crookneck.
• TomatoesPeak Season
  California produces over 95% of the U.S. processing tomatoes and a significant portion of fresh market tomatoes. The Central Valley, particularly Yolo and San Joaquin counties, are major tomato-growing regions.
• WatermelonPeak Season
  Grown in the Central Valley and desert regions, California's hot, dry summers create ideal conditions for sweet, juicy watermelons. Both seeded and seedless varieties are produced. Available June through November, peaking July through September.
• ZucchiniPeak Season
  Zucchini thrives in California's Central Valley, with Fresno County being a top producer. The state's long, warm growing season allows for prolific zucchini production, often leading to an abundance of this summer squash.
• Apples
  Primarily grown in California's Central Valley, particularly the San Joaquin Valley. While California ranks 5th in U.S. apple production, the state grows both popular varieties like Red Delicious and Gala, as well as specialty varieties. Available July through November, with peak flavor from August through October.
• Blueberries
  Production has increased significantly in recent years in the Central Valley and coastal regions. Known for large size and sweet flavor, California's early-season blueberries are available April through July, peaking May through June.
• Broccoli
  California produces over 90% of the broccoli grown in the United States. The Salinas Valley, known as the 'Salad Bowl of the World', is a major broccoli-growing region.
• Cabbage
  California's central coast, particularly Monterey County, is a major cabbage-producing area. The state's mild climate allows for year-round cultivation of various cabbage varieties.
• Cauliflower
  California's central coast, particularly Santa Barbara and Monterey counties, produces the majority of U.S. cauliflower. The cool coastal climate is perfect for growing this cruciferous vegetable.
• Celery
  Oxnard and the Salinas Valley are major celery-growing regions in California. The state produces about 80% of the nation's celery, thriving in the coastal Mediterranean climate.
• Figs
  California produces 100% of U.S. dried figs and 98% of fresh figs, primarily in the Central and San Joaquin Valleys. Popular varieties include Black Mission and Brown Turkey figs. Available May through November, peaking August through October.
• Grapefruit
  Primarily grown in California's Desert Region, including Coachella and Imperial Valleys. Known for juicy texture and balanced sweet-tart flavor. Available year-round, with peak flavor January through June.
• Grapes
  California produces 99% of U.S. table grapes, primarily in the San Joaquin and Coachella Valleys. Available May through December, with peak flavor August through October. The state grows diverse varieties of red, green, and black grapes.
• Kale
  Kale thrives in California's coastal regions, with Monterey County being a major producer. The state's cool winters allow for sweeter kale, as cold temperatures convert the plant's starches to sugars.
• Lemons
  Major production in coastal regions from Santa Barbara to Riverside counties. The marine-influenced climate produces bright, juicy lemons available year-round, with peak flavor November through April.
• Lettuce
  The Salinas Valley, 'America's Salad Bowl', produces the majority of California's lettuce. The state grows over 70% of the nation's lettuce, with dozens of varieties cultivated year-round.
• Mushrooms
  California is the nation's leading mushroom producer, with major operations in Monterey and Santa Cruz counties. The state's climate-controlled growing facilities allow for year-round production of various mushroom types.
• Pears
  Primarily grown in the Sacramento River Delta region and Sierra Nevada foothills. Known for Bartlett, Bosc, and Comice varieties with smooth texture and sweet, aromatic flavor. Available July through November, peaking August through October.
• Peas
  While not a major commercial crop, peas are grown in many California home gardens and small farms. The cool coastal areas and foothill regions provide ideal conditions for spring and fall pea crops.
• Potatoes
  While not as well-known as Idaho, California produces a significant amount of potatoes. The state's diverse growing regions allow for year-round production, with Kern County being a major producer.
• Radishes
  Radishes are grown throughout California, with the Imperial Valley and central coast being major production areas. The state's varied climate allows for year-round cultivation of many radish varieties.
• Spinach
  California's Salinas Valley is a major spinach-growing region. The state produces over 70% of the nation's spinach, with year-round production possible due to the mild coastal climate.
• Strawberries
  California produces 86% of U.S. fresh strawberries, primarily in Monterey, Ventura, Santa Barbara, San Luis Obispo, and Santa Cruz counties. Available March through November, peaking April through June.
• Sweet Potatoes
  Merced County in the San Joaquin Valley is California's sweet potato capital. The state is the second-largest producer of sweet potatoes in the U.S., with its warm climate and sandy loam soil providing ideal growing conditions.