Beans
Fresh beans (green, butter and snake) are at peak supply through summer from warm-climate growing regions.
Summer Vegetables
Vegetables in season in Australia this summer (Dec to Feb). Sort by the current season to see what's at peak supply, or open any vegetable for its full breakdown.
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Summer vegetables list
Capsicum
Capsicums are at peak supply in summer, with red, yellow and green varieties coming from Queensland and Northern Territory farms.
Chillies
Chilli supply peaks in summer, with varieties from mild banana chillies to fiery bird's eye all at their best.
Cucumbers
Cucumber supply peaks in summer, with Lebanese, telegraph and apple varieties all at their best.
Eggplant
Eggplant thrives in summer heat. Look for firm, glossy specimens from Queensland and northern New South Wales.
Sweet Corn
Sweet corn peaks December to March, with Queensland producing the bulk of Australia's supply.
Tomatoes
Summer is peak tomato season, with cherry, roma, heirloom and beefsteak varieties at their best from December to March.
Zucchini
Zucchini is at peak supply in summer, with commercial crops from Queensland and Victoria supplemented by home gardens producing more than their owners can eat.