Less Plant Stress: Morning picking is gentler on the plant, reducing the risk of damage or stress.
🌤️ Bonus Tip: Evening Harvesting Also Works (Kind Of)
If mornings don’t work for you, late evening harvesting is your second-best option—just wait until the sun has dipped and the temperatures cool down. Avoid wet leaves if possible to reduce the chance of fungal issues.
🍅 Quick Tomato Harvesting Tips:
Use clean, sharp scissors or pruners to avoid tearing stems
Don’t tug—ripe tomatoes should release with minimal effort
Store them stem-side down at room temperature if you’re eating them soon
Never refrigerate unless they’re overripe or cut!
Next time you head into the garden, give this timing tip a try. Your tomatoes—and your taste buds—will thank you.
Want more harvesting hacks or tips for other summer crops? Just ask!
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