What month is best for apple picking?

Apple season is around the month of September. While peak harvest generally occurs in September for most of the apples we see in stores, there are some cultivars which are ready as early as late July and others that aren’t ripe until October or even November!

How long does apple picking season last?

Pick your own apple season officially gets started in September and lasts until late October. Here are a few apple picking tips to keep in mind on your visit to your local orchard: The best apples in an orchard will be found where the farmer has marked for picking on that day. Apple varieties ripen at different times.

Why is apple so healthy?

Apples are an incredibly nutritious fruit that offers multiple health benefits. They’re rich in fiber and antioxidants. Eating them is linked to a lower risk of many chronic conditions, including diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Apples may also promote weight loss and improve gut and brain health.

Are apples in season right now?

While apples are available at the grocery store year-round, they are best eaten when in season: August through December. In-season apples are juicy, crisp, and flavorful.

What months are apples in season?

Depending on the variety, apples are available from late July through early November. Gala, Macoun and McIntosh ones are ready to go in September, so start stocking up now.

Can you get sick from eating an unwashed apple?

Unwashed fruit can have a significant amount of pesticide residue and potentially harmful bacteria. Research has shown that foodborne causing microorganism Listeria Monocytogenes is most prevalent at the stem and base of the apple.

Which apples are in season now?

Fall Apples (good storage apples) —

  • Gala. In season: mid-August to late October.
  • Honeycrisp. In season: mid-August to late September.
  • Empire. In season: late August to mid-October.
  • Jonathan. In season: early September to mid-November.
  • Cortland. In season: early September to mid-November.
  • Red Delicious.
  • Jonagold: