Craving delicious, fresh fruits and vegetables? The best approach is choosing seasonal produce for superior taste and nutrition.
Need guidance on what's in season? Our expert-curated list for May makes it easy to select the freshest options.
Shop confidently with these top picks.
Contents Strawberries, raspberries, rhubarb, melon, first cherries, kiwi, avocado.
Asparagus, eggplant, beet, chard, carrot, cauliflower, cucumber, zucchini, watercress, spinach, broad bean, lettuce, turnip, onion, garlic, peas, potato, radish, salad, escarole, tomato, fennel.
See seasonal fruits and vegetables for the months of January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November, December.
You can also find all the seasonal fruits and vegetables in this table.
Seasonal fruits and vegetables are kinder to your wallet. They cost growers less to produce during peak times.
Plus, eating seasonally supports local farming—no need for products shipped from across the globe.
Reduced production and transport costs mean lower store prices. It's economical and vital for local producers and jobs.
I wisely waited for seasonal strawberries instead of grabbing February's imports from Spain—chemically treated and tasteless at €4.50 per kilo.
May brought plump ones from Plougastel, Brittany, at €3.50 a kilo. Patience delivers real value.
