Bananas are ready to pick when they’ve reached full size, are plump and rounded, and have shed the sharp ridges on their sides.   If you’ve been staring at your banana bunch and wondering when to start harvesting, the answer really is about watching for that specific “full” look rather than waiting for yellow color. … Read more

Asparagus beans are ready to pick when the pods are approximately 12 to 18 inches long and about the width of a pencil, and they still snap crisply when bent.   But that’s just a quick answer because knowing exactly when asparagus beans are ready to pick really comes down to a mix of days … Read more

Banana peppers are ripe to pick when they reach their full size and have developed a thick, glossy skin with a color that ranges from bright yellow to deep orange or even red.   Knowing when banana peppers are ripe to pick is one of the most common questions gardeners have, especially if they’re new … Read more

Bacon avocados are ready to pick when they’ve reached full maturity on the tree, but they don’t soften until after they’re harvested.   This unique trait makes timing your harvest a bit different from other avocado varieties you might be used to.   If you’ve been standing in your yard wondering when are bacon avocados … Read more

Aubergines are ready to pick when they have a glossy, firm skin and have reached a size of about 6 to 8 inches in length, depending on the variety.   This is the sweet spot where the flesh is still tender and the seeds haven’t turned bitter or hard.   If you’re wondering exactly when … Read more

Asian pears are ripe to pick when they reach full size, develop their characteristic color, and come off the branch with a gentle lift, not a hard tug.   Unlike other pears that soften on the tree, Asian pears are ready to harvest when they are still crisp, crunchy, and firm, just like you’d enjoy … Read more