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September · South Carolina

What's in season at South Carolina farmers markets in September

Transition to fall. Last tomatoes; first hard apples and winter squash. Backed by USDA data on 90 South Carolina markets and the typical growing patterns for mid-south & coastal california.

South Carolina signature this month

Sea Island Red Peas / heirloom Carolina rice

Lowcountry heirloom staples revived by Anson Mills and others.

Peak this September

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

Sea Island Red Peas / heirloom Carolina rice tomatoes apples pears peppers eggplant figs muscadine grapes first pumpkins

Also in season

Reliably available at most markets this month.

sweet potatoes butternut squash okra late corn plums late peaches

Ending — last weeks

Grab these before they're gone for the year.

peaches sweet corn melons cucumbers

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Seasonal data is generalized to mid-south & coastal california. 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.