🍁 Fall · USDA Zone 6b
What’s in Season in Missouri in October
32 fruits and vegetables are in season across Missouri's growing zones (5b–8a) in October. Data is calibrated to Zone 6b, the most common zone in Missouri.
At Peak in October
Best flavor and availability right now.
Acorn Squash
★ Peak
Arugula
★ Peak
Beet
★ Peak
Broccoli
★ Peak
Butternut Squash
★ Peak
Cabbage
★ Peak
Carrot
★ Peak
Cauliflower
★ Peak
Cilantro
★ Peak
Collard Greens
★ Peak
Kale
★ Peak
Lettuce
★ Peak
Mustard Greens
★ Peak
Potato
★ Peak
Pumpkin
★ Peak
Radish
★ Peak
Spinach
★ Peak
Sweet Potato
★ Peak
Swiss Chard
★ Peak
Turnip
★ Peak
Also in Season
Apple
In season
Bell Pepper
In season
Brussels Sprout
In season
Dill
In season
Eggplant
In season
Hot Pepper
In season
Leek
In season
Mint
In season
Muscadine Grape
In season
Raspberry
In season
Snap Pea
In season
Thyme
In season
About Missouri’s Growing Zones
Missouri spans USDA hardiness zones 5b–8a. The most common zone is 6b, 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 Missouri: 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a
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