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Late‑Season Green Tomatoes in Georgia: Keep or Ripen Indoors?

In southwest GA, leave green tomatoes on the vine — seasons are lengthening. If frost threatens, pick and ripen indoors in a paper bag (speeds ethylene). Good luck!

— Vikki

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