Florida U-Pick Seasonal Guide
Know what's in season and when to plan your farm visits
What's in Season?
Florida's warm, subtropical climate allows for a wide variety of crops throughout the year. Use this guide to plan your U-Pick adventures and know what's fresh each season.
Spring Harvest (March - May)
Spring in Florida is peak strawberry season winding down and blueberry season ramping up. Mild temperatures make it the ideal time for outdoor picking across the state.
What to Pick:
Strawberries
Blueberries
Peaches
Summer Harvest (June - August)
Florida summers bring an explosion of tropical fruits. While the heat and humidity can be intense, the reward is exotic produce you can't find elsewhere in the mainland US.
What to Pick:
Mangoes
Lychees
Longan
Fall Harvest (September - November)
As summer heat fades, Florida's fall season brings citrus harvests and the start of the strawberry planting season. It's a great time to visit farms with comfortable temperatures.
What to Pick:
Citrus (Early)
Winter Harvest (December - February)
Florida's mild winters are perfect for U-pick. Strawberry season begins in earnest and citrus is at its peak. The pleasant weather makes this one of the best times to visit farms.
What to Pick:
Strawberries
Oranges
Grapefruit
Tangerines
Avocados (late)
U-Pick Tips for Florida
Before You Go
- 1Call ahead or check the farm's website to confirm hours and crop availability
- 2Wear lightweight, breathable clothes and closed-toe shoes
- 3Bring plenty of water, sunscreen, and a hat — Florida sun is intense
- 4Apply bug spray — mosquitoes are common on Florida farms
- 5Go early in the morning to beat the heat and get the best picks
While Picking
- 1Follow the farm's instructions on how to properly pick each crop
- 2Be gentle with plants and only pick ripe fruits
- 3Stay hydrated — take frequent water breaks in the heat
- 4Watch for afternoon thunderstorms in summer — they arrive quickly
- 5Take only what you need and will use