When Is Lemon in Season?
Quick answer: Lemons are sold fresh all year in both hemispheres, because different growing regions supply different months.
Lemon season by month
- Peak
- In season
- Limited or imported
Dates are typical and rounded. They vary by variety, region and weather. See the full calendar for every fruit.
About lemon season
Lemons are one of the few citrus fruits you can buy fresh every month of the year, because the common Eureka type ripens year-round and different growing regions cover different months.
How to pick and store it
Pick lemons that feel heavy for their size, with smooth, glossy skin and a little give when squeezed. Very hard, thick-skinned lemons tend to give less juice, and soft spots or mold mean the fruit is past its best.
Whole lemons keep for several days at room temperature and much longer in the fridge. Our guide to storing lemons covers the fridge, the freezer and how to keep zest and juice for later.
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Common questions
Lemons are sold fresh all year in both hemispheres, because different growing regions supply different months.
Yes. Lemon is sold fresh all year, because different growing regions supply different months.
Pick lemons that feel heavy for their size, with smooth, glossy skin and a little give when squeezed. Very hard, thick-skinned lemons tend to give less juice, and soft spots or mold mean the fruit is past its best.
Whole lemons keep for several days at room temperature and much longer in the fridge. Our guide to storing lemons covers the fridge, the freezer and how to keep zest and juice for later.
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