Seasonal Guide For Fruit

Discover which fruit is at its peak in each season. At eliminatejoints, we work with seasonal fruit for intense flavors and excellent quality in our jams.

Spring - March to May

Spring brings the first fresh fruits after winter, full of fresh and vibrant flavors.

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Strawberries

Sweet Dutch strawberries are at their peak in May. Perfect for classic jam.

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Cherries

Early cherries appear in late May. Ideal for sweet and sour jam variations.

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Rhubarb

Rhubarb is a spring favorite. Combines perfectly with strawberries or ginger.

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Citrus Fruits

Last harvest of oranges and lemons. Excellent for marmalade.

Summer - June to August

Summer is the peak for fruit, with an abundance of sweet and juicy fruits.

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Blueberries

Sweet blueberries are rich in flavor. Perfect for pure jam or mixed.

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Peaches

Juicy peaches and nectarines. Delicious in jam with vanilla or almond.

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Raspberries

Intense raspberries are a summer highlight. Ideal for luxury jam.

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Melons

Sweet melons for unique jam. Combines well with mint or ginger.

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Cherries

Peak of cherry season. Perfect for dark, rich jam.

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Blackberries

Wild blackberries in late summer. Intense in flavor and color for jam.

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Apricots

Sweet apricots in July. Delicious with almond or vanilla.

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Red Currants

Tart red currants for bright, fresh jam with beautiful color.

Autumn - September to November

Autumn offers rich, full flavors and is perfect for savory jam combinations.

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Apples

Dutch apples at their peak. Perfect for apple syrup and chutney.

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Pears

Juicy pears in September. Delicious with cinnamon or rosemary.

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Grapes

Sweet grapes for jelly. Combines well with herbs.

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Plums

Ripe plums for dark jam. Perfect with cinnamon or star anise.

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Blackberries

Late blackberries until October. Intense in flavor for rich jam.

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Quinces

Aromatic quinces for jelly. Unique flavor and aroma.

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Figs

Sweet figs at end of season. Luxury jam with wine or honey.

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Pumpkin

Pumpkin for unique jam. Delicious with spices and orange.

Winter - December to February

Winter offers citrus fruits and stored fruit for warm, comforting jam flavors.

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Oranges

Bitter oranges for marmalade. Classic winter fruit.

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Lemons

Fresh lemons for curd and marmalade. Bright and fresh.

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Stored Apples

Stored apples keep well. Perfect for winter jam.

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Stored Pears

Stored pears for jam. Combines well with spices.

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Ginger

Fresh ginger for spicy jam. Perfect with citrus or pear.

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Cranberries

Tart cranberries for festive jam. Delicious with orange.

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Exotic Fruit

Mango and passion fruit for tropical jam in winter.

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Dried Fruit

Dried fruits for rich chutney and compote.

Why Seasonal Fruit?

Discover the benefits of working with fruit at the right time of year.

Optimal Flavor

Fruit that ripens naturally in the right season has the most intense and authentic flavor. This results in jam of superior quality.

Sustainable

Seasonal fruit has a smaller ecological footprint due to shorter transport distances and less energy for storage and preservation.

Better Price

Fruit in season is abundantly available, resulting in better prices and more value for your money when purchasing.

Tips For Seasonal Fruit

Make optimal use of seasonal fruit with these helpful tips.

Shop Local

Visit local markets and farms for the freshest fruit. You support local growers and get excellent products.

Freezing

Freeze seasonal fruit for later use. This way you can enjoy your favorite flavors all year round.

Plan Ahead

Make a yearly plan for jam making. This way you won't miss any season and always have stock.

Seasonal Combinations

Inspiring combinations of seasonal fruit for unique jam creations.

Summer Mix

Combine strawberries with rhubarb in spring, or mix different berries in summer for a berry medley.

Autumn Warmth

Apple with cinnamon, pear with ginger, or plum with star anise are perfect autumn combinations full of warm flavors.

Winter Freshness

Orange with cranberry, lemon with ginger, or mandarin with vanilla bring light to dark winter days.

Order Seasonal Jams

Let us do the work and enjoy our seasonal jam collection.

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