Seasonal Calendar September – What's in Season Now

September is a true transitional month: late summer meets autumn. You can still get juicy fruit, while at the same time, the high season for many savory vegetables begins. Regional, fresh, and full of nutrients – perfect for a balanced diet.

 Why eat seasonally in September?

• more intense flavor
  
• more vitamins due to short transport routes
  
• more sustainable & environmentally friendly
  
• ideal for fresh juices, smoothies, bowls & warm dishes
  
  

Especially now, it's worth processing fruits and vegetables in a versatile way – raw, cooked, or gently pressed.

 Fruits in season in September

These fruits are particularly aromatic now:

• Blueberries – antioxidant, ideal for smoothies & bowls
  
• Raspberries – rich in fiber, sweet-sour
  
• Pears – juicy, easily digestible, perfect for desserts
  
• Elderberries – enjoy only when heated, popular for juices
  
• Quinces – aromatic, ideal for compote & jelly
  
• Mirabelle plums – sweet, perfect for baking
  
• Gooseberries – refreshing, slightly sour
  
  

👉 Tip: Soft fruits are excellent for blending or juicing – this way, vitamins are optimally preserved.

 Vegetables in season in September

Now it gets heartier & more autumnal:

Napa cabbage – light, digestible, raw & cooked

Parsnip – mildly sweet, ideal for purees & soups

Salsify – rich in fiber, filling

Kale – nutrient-rich, particularly vitamin-rich

Brussels sprouts – hearty, perfect for warm dishes

Pak choi – quick to prepare, Asian-inspired

Spinach – versatile, raw or briefly cooked

Endive lettuce – slightly bitter, good for digestion

Arugula – spicy, perfect for salads & bowls

 Kitchen tips for September

• Fresh fruit is ideal for smoothies & juices
  
• Autumn vegetables can be quickly steamed, roasted, or baked
  
• Root vegetables become particularly aromatic with gentle preparation
  
• Process green leafy vegetables quickly to preserve nutrients
  
  

With the right kitchen appliances, seasonal ingredients can be processed particularly efficiently, vitamin-friendly, and creatively.

 Ideas for September

• Pear and spinach smoothie
  
• Oven-roasted parsnips & Brussels sprouts
  
• Kale pan with potatoes
  
• Mirabelle plum dessert or quince compote
  
• Fresh arugula salad with pear
  
  

✅ Conclusion: September is pure variety

September offers a perfect mix of fruity freshness and autumnal heartiness. Those who buy seasonally now benefit from the best taste, high nutrient density, and varied dishes – ideal for a conscious, healthy kitchen.

👉 Tip: Also discover the other months in the seasonal calendar and plan your diet regionally & sustainably all year round.