Maine · Berries & small fruit
Cherry season in Maine
Only scattered tart cherry trees at diversified farms — most cherries in Maine markets are Northwest fruit.
Where cherries really grow
The season does exist — just not here. These states carry the cherry harvest, in the order the peak arrives:
See the whole national sweep — or what Maine does best, which is the better trade anyway.
Frequently asked questions
Are cherries grown commercially in Maine?
Not at market scale, no — and we'd rather tell you that than invent dates. Only scattered tart cherry trees at diversified farms — most cherries in Maine markets are Northwest fruit.
Where do the cherries in Maine stores come from?
Only scattered tart cherry trees at diversified farms — most cherries in Maine markets are Northwest fruit. The national sweep shows which states are actually picking in any given month.
What should I look for at Maine markets instead?
Whatever the season is actually serving — the full Maine calendar always has something honest on the board.