Farmers Markets Near Me

September · Maryland

What's in season at Maryland farmers markets in September

Transition. Cider season begins; apple varieties multiply. Backed by USDA data on 100 Maryland markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

Maryland signature this month

Blue crab (Chesapeake)

Steamed Maryland blue crabs — sold whole or as picked meat at many markets.

Tomatoes

Maryland tomatoes rival Jersey tomatoes — same latitude, same soil legacy.

Peak this September

These are at their absolute best right now — buy them in volume, eat them all week.

Blue crab (Chesapeake) Tomatoes apples pears peppers eggplant first pumpkins concord grapes

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet corn sweet potatoes winter squash cabbage late peaches figs (mid-Atlantic)

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

blueberries melons peaches

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August in Maryland

Was peak: tomatoes, sweet corn, peaches, blueberries…

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October in Maryland

Coming into peak: apples, pumpkins, winter squash, pears…

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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest. Local microclimates, hoop houses, and specific orchard varieties can shift these by 2-4 weeks. Always confirm with the specific market or vendor — and ask the farmer what just came in. Source: USDA cooperative extension calendars synthesized into 6 US climate zones.