In Season Fruits and Vegetables December
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In Season Fruits December
Seasonal eating always shifts depending on climate, but December has some dependable patterns across most regions. Cooler weather brings citrus, late-harvest fruits, and plenty of hearty winter vegetables. Here’s a simple guide to in season fruits and vegetables December.
In Season Fruits December
(December fruits and vegetables in season — fruit)
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Oranges
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Mandarins / Clementines
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Grapefruit
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Lemons
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Pomegranate
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Persimmons
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Cranberries
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Apples
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Pears
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Kiwi
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These are the most common December fruit and vegetables on the fruit side
In Season Vegetables December
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Carrots
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Beets
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Winter squash
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Potatoes
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Kale
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Cabbage
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Brussels sprouts
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Onions
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Leeks
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Turnips
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Parsnips
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These vegetables make up the core December fruits and vegetables in season for most climates.
Herbs & Wild Foods
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Rosemary
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Sage
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Thyme
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Winter mushrooms (varies by region)
Regional Differences to Keep in Mind
What you find for December fruit and vegetables will shift depending on where you live. Warm regions get citrus early and may still have some fresh greens. Northern climates rely more on hardy winter vegetables and long-lasting fruits like apples and pears. Mediterranean areas often enjoy citrus, pomegranates, and winter greens almost all season.
General Seasonal Patterns This Time of Year
Most in season fruits and vegetables December follow natural winter rhythms: citrus sweetens in cool air, root vegetables store well, squash harvested in fall lasts through winter, and hardy greens thrive in cold temperatures.
Simple Ways to Eat Seasonally This Month
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Roast mixed winter vegetables with herbs.
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Add citrus segments to salads for brightness.
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Use cabbage or kale in soups and stews.
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Mix pomegranate seeds into oatmeal or yogurt.
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Snack on persimmons or apples for easy sweetness.
Eat what the land gives you this month — your body will thank you for it.