🍂 Fall · USDA Zone 8a
What’s in Season in North Carolina in September
26 fruits and vegetables are in season across North Carolina's growing zones (6b–9a) in September. Data is calibrated to Zone 8a, the most common zone in North Carolina.
At Peak in September
Best flavor and availability right now.
Apple
★ Peak
Bell Pepper
★ Peak
Dill
★ Peak
Eggplant
★ Peak
Hot Pepper
★ Peak
Muscadine Grape
★ Peak
Okra
★ Peak
Radish
★ Peak
Also in Season
Acorn Squash
In season
Basil
In season
Beet
In season
Butternut Squash
In season
Cantaloupe
In season
Carrot
In season
Collard Greens
In season
Fig
In season
Green Bean
In season
Kale
In season
Mint
In season
Potato
In season
Pumpkin
In season
Sweet Potato
In season
Swiss Chard
In season
Thyme
In season
Tomato
In season
Turnip
In season
About North Carolina’s Growing Zones
North Carolina spans USDA hardiness zones 6b–9a. The most common zone is 8a, 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 North Carolina: 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a
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