KNOWING WHEN YOUR DELICATA IS READY FOR HARVEST

Knowing When Your Delicata is Ready for Harvest

When your delicata squash arrive at peak ripeness, you'll know it's time to pick those vegetables. The skin should be a deep, rich bronze color and feel firm to the touch. You can gently test the squash with your finger; if it gives off a hollow sound, it's ready. The stalk should be hardened. Remember to harvest delicata squash on a clear day when

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Recognizing When Your Thai Chilis Stand Ready for Harvest

When your Thai chili plants begin to produce those fiery little pods, you'll naturally want to know when they're ready for harvest. The key is to look at the color and size of the chilis. Typically, Thai chilis will turn from green to a vibrant red or yellow as they ripen. As them reach their full size and achieve that deep red/orange/purple hue, y

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