A hard avocado? A mushy watermelon? That doesn't have to be the case. Here's how to tell when fruit is perfectly ripe and the perfect moment for that first bite has arrived.

Green fruits are a diverse group that encompasses a range of delicious and nutritious options. From the tangy citrus flavor of limes to the creamy richness of avocados, ...

If your tomatoes are not turning red, find out the reasons for this common problem and learn effective troubleshooting tips ...

Picking the perfect watermelon may be tricky, but by looking at its shape, color, skin, spots, and feeling how heavy it is ...

The fruit will ripen over an extended period. The most rapid ripening occurs at 65°F to 70°F. Tomatoes ripened at 60°F are firmer and have less decay than fruits ripened at 70°F, although it ...

Touch the fruit. Not all figs show obvious signs of ripening. Some, including the popular LSU Gold cultivar, remain green ...

Generally speaking, ripe fruit is fragrant, and as emphatically the colour it’s supposed to be as possible. Beyond that, there are techniques and strategies for specific crops.

Ripen green tomatoes with Monty Don's simple method which quickly 'turns fruit red' Tomatoes ripen best when the temperature is between 26C and 30C so some gardeners may find their crop hasn't ...