Season Almanac

Vegetable in August

Are bell peppers in season in August?

YesAt their best in August.

August is month 2 of a 4-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Bell peppers are in season July through October in the United States, and at their best in August and September.

  1. Jan
  2. Feb
  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. Jun
  7. JulIn
  8. AugBest
  9. SepBest
  10. OctIn
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Buying bell peppers in August

How to pick
Glossy, firm and heavy, with a green stem. Red, yellow and orange are sweeter than green.
How to store
In the fridge crisper for 1 to 2 weeks.
Try this
Roast until blackened, peel and dress with oil and garlic.

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Also at their best in August

Bell peppers in other months

Everything about bell peppers, including nutrition. Everything in season in August.

Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.