You know sweetcorn is ready to pick when the silks have turned a dry, brown color and the kernels feel plump and release a milky liquid when you press them with your thumbnail. It’s a moment every home gardener anticipates, but that can also feel surprisingly tricky to get right. If you’re asking … Read more
You know sunflowers are ready to pick when the back of the flower head turns from green to a yellowish-brown, and the petals have dried and begun to fall off. This is the most reliable sign that the seeds inside are mature and fully developed. If you’re wondering how do you know when … Read more
You know rosemary is ready to pick when the stems have developed a woody base and the needles are vibrant, deep green, and full of aromatic oils. Rosemary is ready to pick at several stages of its growth, but the absolute best time to harvest rosemary is just before it flowers, as that’s when … Read more
You know spinach is ready to pick when the leaves have reached a usable size, typically around four to six inches long for mature varieties, or when baby leaves are about two to three inches. Knowing when spinach is ready to pick comes down to a few simple visual and tactile clues that any … Read more
You know rhubarb is ripe to pick when the stalks are firm, tall, and the leaves have fully unfurled, typically from mid-spring through early summer. But knowing when rhubarb is ripe to pick isn’t just about the calendar, it’s about reading the plant’s visual and physical cues. If you’ve been wondering how do … Read more
You know potatoes are ready to pick when the plant’s tops begin to yellow and flop over, signaling that the tubers have reached maturity underground. But knowing when potatoes are ready to pick isn’t always as simple as watching the calendar, because different varieties and planting times change the timeline. If you’ve been … Read more