Holiday guide
What's in season for the Fourth of July?
July 4th falls in the middle of summer. 33 fruits and vegetables are in season in July.
Almost everything a cookout needs is at its peak.
Classic picks, in season
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WatermelonsAt their best. Chill before slicing.
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CornGrill in the husk and finish with butter and lime.
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TomatoesThick slices for burgers and salads.
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PeachesGrill the halves or bake a cobbler.
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BlueberriesWith strawberries and cream for a red, white and blue dessert.
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CherriesAt their best this month.
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CucumbersFor a quick salad or pickles.
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ZucchiniGood on the grill in thick slices.
Classics that are out of season
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Also in season in July
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AvocadosAt their best
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BlackberriesAt their best
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CantaloupesAt their best
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LimesAt their best
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MangoesAt their best
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NectarinesAt their best
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PlumsAt their best
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RaspberriesAt their best
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BeetsAt their best
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GarlicAt its best
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Green beansAt their best
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Swiss chardAt its best
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ApricotsIn season
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FigsIn season
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GrapesIn season
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LemonsIn season
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PineapplesIn season
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Bell peppersIn season
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BroccoliIn season
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CabbageIn season
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CarrotsIn season
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CeleryIn season
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EggplantIn season
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OnionsIn season
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PotatoesIn season
Everything in season in July. All holiday guides.
Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.