🌻 Summer · USDA Zone 5a
What’s in Season in Maine in August
24 fruits and vegetables are in season across Maine's growing zones (3b–7a) in August. Data is calibrated to Zone 5a, the most common zone in Maine.
At Peak in August
Best flavor and availability right now.
Basil
★ Peak
Bell Pepper
★ Peak
Cantaloupe
★ Peak
Cucumber
★ Peak
Eggplant
★ Peak
Green Bean
★ Peak
Hot Pepper
★ Peak
Mint
★ Peak
Onion
★ Peak
Peach
★ Peak
Potato
★ Peak
Sweet Corn
★ Peak
Tomato
★ Peak
Watermelon
★ Peak
Yellow Squash
★ Peak
Zucchini
★ Peak
Also in Season
Apple
In season
Blackberry
In season
Blueberry
In season
Collard Greens
In season
Garlic
In season
Raspberry
In season
Thyme
In season
Turnip
In season
About Maine’s Growing Zones
Maine spans USDA hardiness zones 3b–7a. The most common zone is 5a, which covers the majority of the state’s zip codes. Seasonal availability can shift by 2–4 weeks depending on your specific location within the state. For zone-accurate results based on your exact zip code, use Ripe Route’s free produce browser.
All zones present in Maine: 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
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