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