Season Almanac

Fruit in November

Are plums in season in November?

NoThe season starts in June.

The season ended in September, 2 months before November, and starts again in June, 7 months later. Fresh plums sold in November are usually imported, greenhouse-grown or from storage.

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

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In season in November instead

The closest swaps you can buy that month.

If you buy them anyway

Out of season
Prunes are dried plums. Winter fresh plums are imported and less sweet.
How to pick
Slightly soft at the tip with a dusty bloom on the skin.
Ripening at home
Firm ones ripen in 2 to 4 days on the counter.
How to store
Ripen on the counter, then refrigerate for 3 to 5 days.

Plums in other months

Everything about plums, including nutrition. Everything in season in November.

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