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Ever wondered what fruit or vegetable is in season? No sweat! Have a look at this lovely chart…

delitious pizza with vegetables

Looking for a handy, South African fruit and veg seasonal chart? We’ve rounded up our favourite fruits and veggies and when you’ll be able to have them when they’re naturally in season. Cooking seasonally is the best way to ensure fresh, organic and local produce. Happy eating!

Spring – September, October, November

Fruit and Veg Seasonal Chart – Spring Fruit In South Africa:

Apples
Avocados
Bananas
Cape gooseberries
Coconuts
Dates
Grapefruit
Guavas
Lemons
Naartjies
Nectarines
Oranges
Pawpaws or papaya
Pears
Pineapples
Sweet melon
Strawberries
Apricots
Blackberries
Cherries
Plums
Prunes
Raspberries
Sweet melon
Watermelon

Fruit and Veg Seasonal Chart – Spring Vegetables In South Africa:

Artichokes
Asparagus
Aubergines or Eggplants
Baby marrows
Beetroot
Brussels sprouts
Kale spinach
Maize or corn on the cob
Parsnips
Red onions
Rhubarb
Turnips
Watercress

Summer – December, January, February

Fruit and Veg Seasonal Chart – Summer Fruit in South Africa:

Apricots
Bananas
Blackberries
Cherries
Figs
Grapes
Guavas
Lemons
Litchis
Mangoes
Melon
Mulberries
Nectarines
Pawpaws or papayas
Peaches
Pineapples
Plums
Pomegranates
Quinces
Raspberries
Strawberries
Sweet melon
Summer berries
Watermelon

Summer Vegetables In South Africa:

Artichokes
Asparagus
Aubergines or Eggplants
Baby marrows
Beetroot
Chives
Green beans
Maize or corn on the cob
Patty pans
Radishes
Red onions
Rhubarb

Autumn – March, April, May

Autumn Fruit In South Africa:

Apples
Avocados
Figs
Granadillas
Grapefruit
Grapes
Lemons
Naartjies
Oranges
Pawpaws or Papayas
Pears
Pineapples
Plums
Pomegranates
Quinces
Sweet melon
Watermelon

Autumn Vegetables In South Africa:

Aubergines or Eggplants
Baby marrows
Beetroot
Broad beans
Broccoli
Brussels sprouts
Butter beans
Hubbard squash
Parsnips
Radishes
Sweet peppers
Turnips