Run, don’t walk to grab up all the edible pumpkins and root vegetables that will make your holiday table warm and cozy.

Spring and summer are hyped as the best seasons for shopping local produce, but we at Arth Real Estate Group feel the fall harvest can be overlooked. As some farmer’s markets begin to close in November and December, we have your guide to buying in late fall and even throughout the winter. 

Run, don’t walk to grab up all the edible pumpkins and root vegetables that will make your holiday table warm and cozy. Plus, scroll down to grab Andrea Arth’s recipe for pumpkin rolls. She, of course, recommends creating pumpkin puree from fresh, edible pumpkins at the farmer’s market. 

Farmer’s markets

First, here are the local farmer’s markets around the community that are still open, but may close shortly:

Wrightsville Beach Farmer’s Market: Last day will be Dec. 14. Operates 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Monday from June through early December in Wrightsville Beach Municipal Grounds (next to town hall.)

Riverfront Farmers Market: Last day will be Nov. 21. Operates 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. every Saturday late March through late November at Waterline Brewing Company downtown. 

Poplar Grove Farmers Market: Last day will be Dec. 2. Operates 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Wednesdays from May through December. 

Winter produce guide

So where do you plan on finding produce throughout the late fall and winter season? Check out these locations:

Wilmington Farmers Market: This year-round market is a favorite among home cooks and chefs because you can find less arts-and-crafts fare, and more of a food-centric market. Shop meats, sauces, seafood and abundant produce every Saturday from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Tidal Creek Co-op.

Tidal Creek Co-Op: This cooperative grocery store houses local produce, eggs, meat and poultry year-round, plus some locally made goods like elderberry syrup. Tidal Creek is open daily from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. at 5329 Oleander Drive. 

Humble Roots Farm: Located in Scotts Hill, Humble Roots Farm has an online ordering system. Shop their recent produce and meats, order and find your groceries waiting for you at the farm.

Eagle Island Fruit and Seafood: Find local-ish produce waiting for you at Eagle Island, meaning produce from around the state and parts of South Carolina. In the winter, Eagle Island is a local favorite for collards, which are best in cold winter months.