Season Almanac
Plums

Fruit in September

Are plums in season in September?

YesSeptember is the last month of the season.

September is the last month of the season. Buy them now if you want them fresh. They return in June.

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

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  3. Mar
  4. Apr
  5. May
  6. JunIn
  7. JulBest
  8. AugBest
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  10. Oct
  11. Nov
  12. Dec

Buying plums in September

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.
Try this
Halve and roast with a little sugar until soft.

Goes well with, in season in September

NectarinesPeaches

Also at their best in September

ApplesFigsGrapesPears

Plums in other months

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

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