Jinshan district is one of Shanghai's major fruit-producing regions, with a long tradition of fruit cultivation. It is particularly renowned for specialty fruits such as flat peaches, watermelons, strawberries, and grapes.

Fruit picking calendar

Top picks and locations

1. Huangmu flat peach

Known as the "king of peaches", the Huangmu flat peach is large, thin-skinned, and juicy, with a reddish color and a sweet, refreshing taste.

• Recommended picking spot: Lyuxiang Fruit Park
• Address: No 3889 North Jinshi Road, Lyuxiang town
• Phone: 021-5720-5782, 189-3015-2358
• Price: About 60 yuan ($8.8) per kilogram

2. Shiquan grape

Shiquan Grape Garden grows more than 20 select grape varieties from home and abroad, including Shine Muscat, Romantic Red, Black King, and Queen of Seven Stars. Shiquan grapes have earned national green certification and are recognized as a Shanghai premium brand.

• Recommended picking spot: Shiquan Grape Garden
• Address: No 4218-8, Baiyang village, Lyuxiang town
• Phone: 021-5720-4728
• Price: Entry fee 10 yuan per person; grapes about 60 yuan/kg

3. Xinpinmei strawberry

Xinpinmei strawberries are bright red, juicy, and fragrant, with a balanced sweet-tart flavor. They are nutrient-rich and popular among consumers.

• Recommended picking spot: Jinshan Xinpinmei Strawberry Union
• Address: No 588 Houchi Road, Tinglin town
• Phone: 159-2162-5114
• Price: 60-80 yuan/kg before Chinese New Year; 40-60 yuan/kg after

4. Fengjing yellow peach

Fengjing yellow peaches are juicy, flavorful, and known for their large size, thick flesh, yellow color, and long shelf life.

• Recommended picking spot: Shanghai Fengjin Fruit and Vegetable Cooperative
• Address: No 3047 Group 8, Xinyi Road, Fengjing town
• Phone: 130-6162-9501
• Price: About 36 yuan/kg

5. Minlan blueberry

Minlan blueberries are cultivated by the Shanghai Blueberry Research Institute, which grows more blueberry varieties than any other base in East China. Rich in amino acids, sugars, vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber, these blueberries are especially high in anthocyanins and flavonoids, compounds associated with antioxidant activity, eye health, and immune support.

• Recommended picking spot: Minlan Blueberry Garden
• Address: No 4288 Pingyang Road, Lyuxiang town
• Phone: 189-6481-6418
• Price: 160-240 yuan/kg

6. Jinshan Xiaohuangguan watermelon

Xiaohuangguan is a small watermelon variety distinguished by its yellow flesh. It has a dark green rind and tender, juicy, sweet flesh that is refreshingly mild rather than overpowering.

• Recommended picking spot: Kangchi Fruit and Vegetable Base
• Address: No 2009 Group 6, Qinyang village, Zhangyan town
• Phone: 136-5171-3190
• Price: About 20 yuan/kg

7. Tinglin Xuegua melon

Xuegua is a local melon variety grown in the Tinglin area of Jinshan and is considered one of Shanghai's four famous melons. It has white skin, crisp flesh, and a sweet taste.

• Recommended picking spot: Shanghai Tingzhong Grain Planting Cooperative
• Address: No 588 Houchi Road, Tinglin town
• Phone: 021-5738-6933
• Price: About 20 yuan/kg

8. Zhufeng melon

Zhufeng melons have pale green flesh and weigh about 1.5 kg each. Their tender, juicy texture and high sugar content make them exceptionally sweet and flavorful.

• Recommended picking spot: Shanghai Zhufeng Melon Cooperative
• Address: No 4958 Zhuiping Highway, Zhujing town
• Phone: 021-5730-8622, 136-5195-8679
• Price: 160 yuan per box (about 8 kg); 30 yuan per bag (about 3 kg)

Source: Jinshan district government