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When to Pick Corn From Garden: 3 Tactile Tests for Perfect Sweetness

September 17, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Pick Corn From Garden: 3 Tactile Tests for Perfect Sweetness

Picking corn from your garden at the right time turns a simple harvest into a flavor explosion—because one day too late means tough, starchy kernels instead of sweet perfection. Most gardeners guess based on days after…

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When to Pick Squash From Garden: Thumb-Press Test for Perfect Ripeness

September 17, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Pick Squash From Garden: Thumb-Press Test for Perfect Ripeness

To pick squash from your garden at the perfect moment, watch for deep color, a hard skin, and a stem that snaps cleanly—these are the three key signs of ideal ripeness that turn a good harvest into a great one. Picking…

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About Me

Perry Lattimore

Perry Lattimore
I’ve always had a soft spot for the quiet magic of a thriving garden—whether it’s the first green shoots breaking through soil in spring or the way a well-tended plant can turn a corner of the world into a little sanctuary. My family’s backyard in rural Michigan was my first classroom, where I learned that gardening isn’t just about growing things; it’s about patience, curiosity, and the small joys of watching life unfold. Here, I share the lessons I’ve picked up along the way, from the tried-and-true to the happily surprising, so you can find the same joy in your own patch of earth.

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