July is here, which means it’s time to talk about what’s worth stocking up on this month! 🙂 July isn’t a particularly good month for big sales or deals, prices aren’t the only thing to consider when you’re deciding what to stock up on. Seasonality is also worth considering, as some items are only available during certain seasons.
And that’s what we’re going to focus on in today’s post, because July is the perfect time to stock up on all kinds of summer essentials! Take advantage of summer’s bounty by stocking up on these 5 items this month. 🙂
5 things to stock up on in July
1. Seasonal production
There’s sure to be no shortage of deliciously ripe produce available this month, so be sure to stock up! Corn, plums, peaches, strawberries, blueberries, kiwi, cantaloupe and watermelon will all be at their peak during the next few weeks.
For tips on how to freeze seasonal produce for year-end enjoyment, check out my post at the link below!
Related: Farmers market foods you should store and freeze for later
2. Ice cream
July is National Ice cream month, so keep your eyes peeled for ice cream sales at the store, especially on National Ice Cream Day which is Sunday, July 19! You can also check out ice cream shops in your area on social media to see if they’re offering any deals on pints or other take-home ice cream options this month. If so, it would be a great opportunity to stock up for the rest of the summer!
3. Hot dogs
July offers not only one, but Two A true summertime celebration: hot dogs. The entire month of July is National Hot Dog Month, while July 15th is National Hot Dog Day. So whether you’re celebrating all month or just the 15th, you’re likely to find some sweet deals on hot dogs in mid-July!
Stock up for your National Hot Dog Day barbecue bash, then freeze the rest for later. 😉
4. Buns
Hamburger and hot dog buns are ubiquitous at summer barbecues, so stores usually have plenty of them in early summer. But buns don’t have a very long shelf life, so stores will start reducing their prices as days go by.
Take advantage of discounted prices by stocking up on buns and freezing them to use all summer long. (They actually melt surprisingly well!)
5. Fireworks
If you’re looking for good prices on fireworks, the days after the 4th of July are the best time to buy. In fact, it’s not uncommon to find 3-for-1 or even 4-for-1 deals at fireworks stands after the 4th!
If you’re planning a wedding reception with a sparkler send-off, even if it’s months away, you’ll save yourself tons of money by stocking up this month instead!
…and more!
Looking for more information on sales and deals during the month of July? Check out the blog post at the link below!
Related: July is the best month to buy these 10 items
What will you be stocking up on this month?
