The Virginia chalkboard

What's in season in Virginia

The whole year on one board — hatched chalk for the early and late shoulders, solid for peak. The dashed line is today, drawn by your browser.

Berries & small fruit

Orchard fruit

Field & vine

Garden vegetables


Build the Virginia market menu

Pick any month and get the shopping list version of this board, grouped for the stalls.

Time a u-pick trip

Crop by crop picking windows for Virginia, with the call-ahead honesty built in.

Frequently asked questions

What's in season right now in Virginia?

It changes week to week — the "at peak now" strip above reads today's date, so it never goes stale. For the classics: strawberries peak early May through late May; sweet corn peak early July through late July; apples peak mid-August through mid-October.

When does the market season start in Virginia?

It never quite stops — Virginia carries harvests through the winter months, which is exactly when some of its best produce peaks.

Where can I go u-pick in Virginia?

We chart timing, not farm listings — but the u-pick planner will tell you when any crop is worth the drive in Virginia, and any search for "u-pick near me" works better once you know the week to aim for.