Vegetable in June
Is eggplant in season in June?
NoThe season starts in July.
The season ended in October, 8 months before June, and starts again in July, 1 month later. Fresh eggplant sold in June is usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.
Eggplant is in season July through October in the United States, and at its best in August and September.
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- JulIn
- AugBest
- SepBest
- OctIn
- Nov
- Dec
In season in June instead
The closest swaps you can buy that month.
If you buy it anyway
- Out of season
- Imported and greenhouse eggplant is sold all year but can be seedy and bitter.
- How to pick
- Glossy, taut skin and a green cap. It should feel light for its size and spring back when pressed.
- How to store
- On the counter for a day or two, or in the fridge crisper for up to 5 days.
Goes well with, in season in June
Eggplant in other months
Everything about eggplant, including nutrition. Everything in season in June.
Seasons are typical harvest months. Your local harvest can start or end a few weeks either side, and stores carry imports outside these months.