Farmers Markets Near Me

September · Pennsylvania

What's in season at Pennsylvania farmers markets in September

Transition. Cider season begins; apple varieties multiply. Backed by USDA data on 196 Pennsylvania markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-atlantic & coastal pacific northwest.

Pennsylvania signature this month

Apples (Adams County)

PA is the #4 apple state; Adams County is the orchard heart.

Heirloom tomatoes (Lancaster County)

Amish and Mennonite farms in Lancaster grow rare heirloom varieties.

Mushrooms (Kennett Square)

Kennett Square is the "Mushroom Capital of the World" — year-round.

Peak this September

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

Apples (Adams County) Heirloom tomatoes (Lancaster County) Mushrooms (Kennett Square) 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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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.