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Picking — Page 2

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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When to Pick Sweet Potatoes From the Garden: Skin Slip Test & Vine Dieback Triggers

September 24, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Pick Sweet Potatoes From the Garden: Skin Slip Test & Vine Dieback Triggers

Picking sweet potatoes from the garden at the right time means the difference between tender, flavorful tubers and tough, starchy messes. Sweet potatoes left too long in the ground turn starchy and tough, while…

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When to Harvest Butternut Squash from Garden: Seed Color Shift Signals Peak Flavor

September 26, 2026 by Perry Lattimore
When to Harvest Butternut Squash from Garden: Seed Color Shift Signals Peak Flavor

Harvesting butternut squash from the garden at the right time means the difference between sweet, velvety flesh and tough, bland disappointment — and the secret lies in those tiny seed color shifts you might be missing…

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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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