When to Harvest Tomatoes and Peppers for Best Flavor

Tomatoes

Leave on vine until fully red. Sugar content peaks at full ripeness. Orange→red = harvest time.

Pick green or red — both edible. Red = sweeter, more vitamin C. Personal preference.

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