July Best Buys

July

It’s July and here’s what’s are good buys..

Seasonal Produce

Berries: Strawberries, blueberries, raspberries, blackberries

Stone fruits: Peaches, nectarines, cherries, plums, apricots

Melons: Watermelon, cantaloupe, honeydew

Tomatoes: Heirloom, cherry, Roma — all at their peak

Sweet corn: Perfect for grilling or boiling

Zucchini and summer squash

Cucumbers: Great for salads or pickling

Peppers: Bell peppers, banana peppers, jalapeños

Green beans

Eggplant

Herbs: Basil, mint, dill — usually more abundant and cheaper now

Seasonal Sales & Promotions

Furniture – Stores clear out old inventory before new collections arrive in August.

Appliances – Independence Day sales (especially around July 4th) often include discounts on washers, dryers, fridges, etc.

Mattresses – Mid-summer mattress sales are common during July 4th and later in the month.

Tools & Home Improvement Items – Retailers like Home Depot and Lowe’s run July sales tied to summer DIY projects.

Summer Goods

Swimwear & Summer Clothing – As fall items start arriving in stores, summer clothes go on clearance.

Outdoor Gear – Look for deals on camping equipment, grills, patio furniture, etc.

Sporting Goods – Especially water sports gear (kayaks, paddleboards, etc.) and bicycles.

Back-to-School Prep

Laptops & Tech – Back-to-school sales often start in late July.

Office Supplies – Pens, notebooks, backpacks go on sale earlier than most people expect.

Dorm Essentials – Bedding, lamps, organizers.