When & How I Harvest Summer Vegetables For Peak Flavor

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11 ай бұрын

In this video I answer the questions of when should you harvest your vegetables including: tomatoes, eggplant, herbs, zucchini, cucumbers, corn, and peppers! It is important to realize that a lot of these can be harvest at many different periods throughout their growth but some, like corn, have only one harvest window. We will discuss ripeness and the spectrum of flavors you get a
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@danfarkas5375 11 ай бұрын

I like that you guys have started to put text in the videos when you want to make a specific point.

@irma_brenton 11 ай бұрын

Ditto

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

It's a great way to fill in context we forgot to add at the time of shooting, glad you guys like it!

@daisyblooms4813 11 ай бұрын

@@jacquesinthegarden We are little garden info sponges :-)

@Nikki-mx5my 9 ай бұрын

Agreed, it is very helpful.

@sheliaheverin8822 11 ай бұрын

I'm very interested in the fall harvest series. This one was so informative.

@yarnstead 11 ай бұрын

Agree! Would love more harvest info!

@elno4110 11 ай бұрын

Excuse me but you are not boring AT ALL. Epic Gardening and you are pure garden guys. I listened to this video and cancelled all my calls just because of how you explain everything. And yes I have my own garden and you harvested most of what I am growing. ❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉. I now have 2 fav channels

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Very glad to hear! Happy to have you watching! 🙌

@heatherfisk9670 11 ай бұрын

Yes, thank you! This is helpful for all gardeners but especially newbies. These subtle nuances of gardening are hard to come by. Wonderful!

@xinnoondaily 11 ай бұрын

I Love this! We did something similar where we live out. This video actually gave us inspiration and hope that we can still become successful, thanks so much for this video.

@michaelarchambault217 11 ай бұрын

I saw your tip last year about harvesting tomatoes the second they change color a tiny bit and have been harvesting them at that stage last summer and this year and that was like the best tip ever! I always have a ton of tomatoes ripening inside the house. Right on the kitchen counter

@lupitacameron9693 11 ай бұрын

A very helpful suggestion. I beat the critters to enjoy my tomatoes when I followed this suggestion!

@danfarkas5375 11 ай бұрын

I tried my shishitos when they were ripe (reddish/brown) this season. They are one of the sweetest peppers I've ever grown.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

They are so delicious at the red stage, completely agree!

@lindajones9191 11 ай бұрын

This was incredibly helpful, and as a relatively new gardener, I'd welcome more videos on harvesting other things like the melons you mentioned. Thanks so much!!

@HillCountryGardenGirl 11 ай бұрын

You are a fantastic educator. Thank you for sharing your passion with us. I always look forward to seeing your content.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@christybartolic6037 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the info on herbs! It’s nice to know the flowers don’t change the flavor on most.

@Nikki-mx5my 9 ай бұрын

Yes. To be honest, if I prune Genovese basil when I first see flower buds, I find the plant continues to grow and the flavor isn’t negatively impacted. In fact, I allow many of my herbs to flower intentionally for the pollinators.

@martinaparrrish5397 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Jacques you are such a good teacher.Your show seems so well organised and fluent.

@KK-FL 11 ай бұрын

I grew an orange jalapeno this year from Baker Creek. It's so vibrant and prolific! I am so glad I learned about harvesting tomatoes at "first blush" because..... rats. And squirrels and birds. I want to build a tomato house out of hardware cloth and wood!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

I've seen people do this to stop the pests, if my tomatoes were under a siege I would definitely do the same!

@anniebancroft1175 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for these harvesting tips!!!! YES, PLEASE do another on winter squash and late season crops!!!

@Gardenfnp 11 ай бұрын

Someone on one of my garden site recommend freezing zucchini or squash and then blending them into a tomato soup for a really rich flavor.

@IjeomaThePlantMama 11 ай бұрын

Ohhhhhh good idea!!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Zucchini is also great grated up and added into pasta sauce, makes it creamier without changing the flavor much!

@judysocal8682 11 ай бұрын

I love the baby zukes, I call them fingerlings. They make a nice snack while you're in the garden harvesting. This video was perfect timing for me as the eggplant and peppers are coming on strong. As usual thanks, Jacques.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Haha fingerling Zucchini might be a genius marketing term to sell for double the price!

@carolynrandle5454 11 ай бұрын

You can make sweet pickles out of the little cucumbers.gherkins.

@theinfinitemike1490 11 ай бұрын

I always just pick when they easily release from the plant, usually tomatoes come right off when they are ready

@lissapowell967 11 ай бұрын

Your video was very helpful, particularly with harvesting tomatoes and eggplant. Here is a little tip to prevent corn ear worms (I'm from IN where they grow al lot of corn):. When the silks have developed but not have turned brown yet, take an eyedropper and drop mineral oil on the silks. It has always worked for us so I hope it works for you.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

It does work for sure! I tried it on a few but then never got back to it and decided to accept my faith 😂

@scottscriticalmass 11 ай бұрын

Appreciate the headers you added to portions of the video Jacques... and BTW, your content has always been great, but your presentation is now next level. Thanks for everything!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

I appreciate the kind words! Thank you!

@MacabreMole 11 ай бұрын

Your videos are ALWAYS so helpful. Thanks for giving us such good content, Jacques.

@randyo6019 11 ай бұрын

Great content as always and thanks a million for newbies like me. My second year growing my own vegetables and I’m still somewhat clueless 😂

@conroyburke4225 11 ай бұрын

Great content! You answered all the questions I have ever had about my garden vegetables and more. Thank you!

@canhope1821 11 ай бұрын

Jacques, I just wanted to thank you for being so diligent and responding to questions posted by viewers in many of your videos. Really appreciate the time you take to review and respond to these!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

I do enjoy the interaction!

@Arcticdi 11 ай бұрын

WOW! 257K subscribers now. CONGRATS

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@drummond06 11 ай бұрын

I recently tried two tomatoes, one ripened in my kitchen and one left to go soft on the plant, the difference in texture and flavour was very nioticable, much sweeter when left on the plant

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

It can differ depending on a lot of factors but overall it's a great way to ensure you get your harvest still. I find that the flavor is essentially the same when harvested at 70% but I will harvest earlier if I will be gone or if I need to deep water and want to avoid cracking.

@Janekgeddis 11 ай бұрын

ILOVE the extra context text!!! It is hard for my eyes to read however, because I’ve the contrast and small font size. But again I LOVE the additional text. AWESOME video as always, thanks Jacques

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Good to know, will try to adjust!

@yarnstead 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful! I like how you got beyond the basics, particularly for eggplant which I’ve had such mixed luck with and now I know why!

@deborahmansfield4809 11 ай бұрын

You are a garden treasure of information and inspiration. Thank you 🙏

@coolwatyr 11 ай бұрын

I appreciate the walk through of different stages of readiness. Thanks!!

@st2778 11 ай бұрын

Yes , please post more videos on the harvest of all that we grow. There is conflicting information about harvesting, and we need your wisdom. Thanks SO much 💚

@ponwajeechrans7372 11 ай бұрын

Looks really good and thanks for the information how to harvest them summer veggies. ❤❤❤

@hikerlindacanadianrockies8478 11 ай бұрын

That's very useful information! Thanks for sharing this.

@christyw2010 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic video!! Your experience and knowledge is wonderful! Thank you 😊

@terachuu4077 11 ай бұрын

You gave explanation about gardening in easy going speed. Love it. Easy to understand too. I always envy for more land to garden. In my garden either me who harvest or passer by who will take my fruit/ flower🙂.

@cathybrock6400 11 ай бұрын

Thus was very helpful and yes, please do another one for fall harvesting.

@snicklie 10 ай бұрын

Thank you for the harvest tips! I would love to see a fall harvest one too. I always get a lot out of your videos.

@jordan1048 11 ай бұрын

This helps a lot with my tomatoes. Thank you! It helps so much since you also are in SD. A miracle!

@nildaotero2933 11 ай бұрын

Excellent video Jacque. Lots of helpful info, thanks

@jackiek4159 11 ай бұрын

Loved this! Thank you Jacque! 🙏🏻💚

@sandralewis1689 8 ай бұрын

I really appreciate this. When to harvest has always been my biggest question. Love the tomato info especially!

@gregbluefinstudios4658 11 ай бұрын

what, great episode! Thanks for this one.

@vickibarana7635 11 ай бұрын

This was great! Learned so much about plants I am currently growing!

@julipolito7761 11 ай бұрын

Such great info crammed in this video, Jacque. Thank you! I almost need this video every year to remind me of when to harvest.

@annmoy8932 11 ай бұрын

This video content was great, Jacques! Thank you so much. Such perfect timing, too.

@thaliacrew1 11 ай бұрын

Great advice! Thank you!

@irmafernandez2887 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Jacques. Living in Zone 9b- Murrieta, i appreciate the information about tomatoes..

@lsherylc2524 11 ай бұрын

I always learn so much from you!! Thank you, thank you!

@joycebovee5818 11 ай бұрын

Yes, I would love to see more harvesting videos.

@jenorth930 11 ай бұрын

Learned so much! Thank you Jacques

@texasrvgenerator558 11 ай бұрын

Such great information, thank you!!

@brightantwerp 11 ай бұрын

Thank you Jacques! I was waiting for my chilli peppers to go red, but I will try some now.

@paulwilliams200 11 ай бұрын

I love your videos - so informative.

@joellynshort3949 9 ай бұрын

Excellent! I learned so much!

@HomeHarvestCo 11 ай бұрын

Your garden is goals! I wish mine looked this amazing! 😍🌼

@dzdncnfzd3 10 ай бұрын

Learned so much from this! Thank you!

@athomewithelisa 11 ай бұрын

I got so much from this video, thanks Jacque!

@annduffy1356 11 ай бұрын

Thank you, this information was timely and very helpful!

@Mona-fd5kf 8 ай бұрын

Thanks Jacque, this lesson and tour today is very helpful. Thanks for sharing.

@kfaulknerstudio 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful, thank you!

@marymccormick7806 11 ай бұрын

Loved this video. Like the idea of experimenting at different stages. I’m primarily tomato-pepper grower. Great tomato picking tips. Thanks

@tonyaboyer5723 11 ай бұрын

Great Info! I love it, I think your the first one to ever show when and how. I definitely would like to see more Thank you so much!

@alexandragiroux6477 11 ай бұрын

Love this!

@roserizzo3094 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for a wonderful video!

@kristimcalister2880 11 ай бұрын

This!!!! I needed this content so much! When to harvest and ways to use it is so helpful! Thank you!!!😃😃😃😃😃😃😃

@TDAEON Ай бұрын

Great video and perfect timing for me. First time growing zuccs and have two that i now know i should harvest.

@megg.1687 11 ай бұрын

Great content!!!

@meganmackenzie5993 11 ай бұрын

This content is very helpful!

@Mihhgvhiih 11 ай бұрын

I love these videos thanks

@terrimarks3694 11 ай бұрын

Excellent! Thank you!

@heatherpfeil2939 11 ай бұрын

Really helpful!

@helenmcclellan452 11 ай бұрын

Great video, thank you!

@svetlacavaleri7071 11 ай бұрын

Such great info, thanks Jacques! Always wondered when's the right time to pick the eggplants:)

@catherinegrippo5889 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful and interesting content. Thank you!

@Playitagaindian 11 ай бұрын

Jam-packed with great info. Thank you!

@flyoverurbangarden4315 6 ай бұрын

Your presentation is excellent as usual.

@johnnyalegria 24 күн бұрын

Enjoyed!!

@amberslaton2819 11 ай бұрын

I needed this video so badly, thank you! Now going to see if you have a video on how you grow your tomatoes (trellis, trimming, etc).

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

I got some on pruning and a few on trellising!

@oceanbreezesuburbanfarm 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful at this time especially as my Armenian cucumbers need daily harvesting. Thanks.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Those can be wildly prolific!

@blackpetalgardening 11 ай бұрын

Very helpful video, I've definitely taken advantage of harvesting tomatoes at early blush stage.

@steve.the.farmer 11 ай бұрын

Jacque, you are the best gardening teacher out there.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@pnwexcso2939 11 ай бұрын

Useful to us rookies! 👍

@DiamondTrailRanch 4 ай бұрын

Thank you for this video very educational

@joellynshort3949 9 ай бұрын

I grew up on a farm in Michigan. Every summer my dad would plant a whole acre of sweet corn! In three sections staggered two weeks apart. We ate it every day for several weeks. Delicious. But the saying was, if you trip on the way into the house after picking corn, go back and get some more because it’s been off the stalk too long. 😂 Boil it for two minutes max. Crunchy and delicious!

@gloriamoran6447 11 ай бұрын

I loved this video. So informative and easy to understand. Thank you so much for sharing your knowledge. I'm off to pick a few blushed tomatoes before they get chewed on. 😊

@jenniferfisher2703 11 ай бұрын

Thank you great video! Zucchini is my absolute favorite 😍

@GardenAndGrub 11 ай бұрын

this was a super informative video. 🙌😁

@bfb0716 11 ай бұрын

I am ordering the martian jewel corn thanks to your video. THANKS.

@ryanbrown7777 11 ай бұрын

Awesome video man. Thank you so much, subscribing

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Happy to have you here!

@VictoriaYoutube12 11 ай бұрын

Amazing video

@rachellemazar7374 11 ай бұрын

This was great and I would love to see the winter squash/melon video

@ctviera 11 ай бұрын

This was really helpful, Jacques. I appreciate your bringing the greater spectrum of possibilities and considerations into it. It's easy to go binary right/wrong vs more nuanced and your video really addresses that in a beautifully clear, exampled and stress relieving way. I also appreciate how you include ways one might prepare these as food at the various stages/sizes. Yes, a fall version would be helpful too. Thanks!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Very happy to hear!

@gretroman8235 11 ай бұрын

Great harvesting video. Showing us the vegetables and text much appreciated. I grow jalapeños for my son and they are prolific. Sometimes are reddish and known by another name. And herb information appreciated. I harvested dill flowers to hang up and dry before vacation and house smelled wonderful when I got home. Ate sweet corn raw as well as beans and peas while working in my grandmother's garden harvesting and prepping for preserving in the mornings. Water and raw veggies kept us going until lunchtime. No processed foods. Would love cooking videos.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

The smell of dried garden herbs is amazing! Nothing beats fresh veggies straight out of the garden as the best fuel!

@ijahdagang6121 11 ай бұрын

I like your plants all are very beautiful..wish you success and be healthy

@stoneybrook57 6 күн бұрын

Best video yet on this topic! I hit subscribe immediately! Thank you!!!

@user-sh4fy8xj1y 11 ай бұрын

Hi Raymond from Trinidad Caribbean u have an awesome amazing garden mines lm building it back man so keep up the good work 💯💯💯💯

@robyndudley9684 11 ай бұрын

Perfect video! I’m making sure to save seeds from herbs since most are edible. I’m harvesting fennel seed as well as fennel pollen this year. I’ll cut them back in fall and I’ll get new plants from the fallen seed for fronds and bulbs this winter.

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

The fresh fennel seed and pollen is so delicious!

@kailaspilman5248 11 ай бұрын

I didn't know to lay them that way thank you

@vintagegarden93 11 ай бұрын

Very informative ❤

@SDGardengirl5589 11 ай бұрын

Love your content! Great tips on the tomatoes, especially the Cherokee for me. What I really want to know though, is when can we expect the "revenge" video on Kevin for invading your garden? 😂

@christinelaauwe7335 11 ай бұрын

This was extremely helpful! If you do another one, can you include strawberries and bush/pole beans?

@susanriggs8896 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for the great video! I think you must have taught at some point. Well organized presentation. Very helpful!

@sarahharvey2157 11 ай бұрын

Very informative! Can you do one next on how best to store them? I am not growing them myself this year, but I've got an awesome CSA that is keeping me loaded with produce! Would love your perspective on which are fine on the counter and which need to be in the fridge or need to be processed right away!

@jacquesinthegarden 11 ай бұрын

Good topic!