Plums
Plums · 李子
Plums in October (this month)
No fresh crop this month
Not usually on shelves this month.
Red, black and yellow table plums.
- Look for
- Firm, glossy skin with a dusty bloom.
- Best for
- Snacking
USAChileSouth AfricaAustralia
Fresh cropStored / lateNot shipping
Skip this month (4)
US
USACalifornia
Off seasonPlums grown in USA
Not shipping now
CL
ChileO'Higgins, Maule
Off seasonPlums grown in Chile
Not shipping now
ZA
South AfricaWestern Cape
Off seasonPlums grown in South Africa
Not shipping now
AU
AustraliaVictoria, NSW
Off seasonPlums grown in Australia
Not shipping now
Other plums varieties
Common questions
- When is Plums plums in season in Singapore?
- USA: Jun–Aug; Chile: Dec–Mar; South Africa: Dec–Mar; Australia: Dec–Feb. Fresh-crop months by origin.
- Which country's Plums is best in October?
- Plums is not usually on shelves in October.
- How do I pick a ripe plums?
- Feel: A slight give at the tip. Rock-hard plums won't sweeten much. Bloom: A dusty white bloom is natural and a sign of freshness. Avoid: Wrinkled skin, splits or leaking juice.
- How should I store plums?
- Counter, then fridge. Lasts Ripen 1–3 days, then 3–5 days. Ripen in a paper bag on the counter, then chill.