Pennsylvania · Garden vegetables

Broccoli season in Pennsylvania

Typically early June to mid-July, and again early September to late October, with peak mid-June through late June.

Hatched chalk = early and late shoulders; solid = peak.

At a glance

Early

From early June, and again early September — first pickings, lighter supply, best prices come later.

Peak

mid-June through late June; again mid-September through mid-October — full stalls, full flavor. This is the stretch to plan around.

Late

Through late October — quantity for preserving, and the stalls start dealing.

Season length

about 15 weeks end to end, shoulders included.


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Frequently asked questions

When is broccoli season in Pennsylvania?

In Pennsylvania, the broccoli season typically runs early June to mid-July, and again early September to late October, with peak availability mid-June through late June. Exact weeks shift a little with each year's weather.

Can I pick my own broccoli in Pennsylvania?

Not a u-pick crop; look for fresh-cut heads and side shoots at farm stands. The best market weeks are mid-June through late June.

How long does broccoli season last in Pennsylvania?

about 15 weeks end to end — early June to mid-July, and again early September to late October. The early and late shoulders are real but lighter; the solid stretch of chalk on the band is the sure bet.