Season Almanac

Fruit in July

Are blueberries in season in July?

YesAt their best in July.

July is month 2 of a 3-month season. Supply is at its highest, which usually means the best flavor and price.

Blueberries are in season June through August in the United States, and at their best in July.

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For the Fourth of July: With strawberries and cream for a red, white and blue dessert. See the Fourth of July guide.

Buying blueberries in July

How to pick
Firm and dusty blue with a silvery bloom. Red or green ones will not ripen further.
Ripening at home
Does not ripen after picking, so buy it ready to eat.
How to store
Unwashed in the fridge for up to 10 days. They freeze well on a tray.
Try this
Scatter over oats or stir into pancake batter.

Goes well with, in season in July

Also at their best in July

Blueberries in other months

Everything about blueberries, including nutrition. Everything in season in July.

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