As watermelons ripen, the vine and plant undergo some changes. There are some small curly growths along the watermelon vines called tendrils. One of the first indicators of ripeness is that the ...

"It’s important to know that apples will change color as they ripen, so an Enterprise apple’s color will progress from green to a brighter red. With the Honeycrisp variety you will notice the color ...

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.

Question: Our new house has a few apple and pear trees. They are older trees, but they don't have a lot of fruit. How do we tell when they are ripe? Answer: The first thing to know about apple ...

In most later maturing apple varieties (September and October), the seed of the fruit will become a dark brown color when ripe. Be gentle when you handle fruit for storage.

To truly tell if the apple is ripe, check for a distinct yellow color at the top and bottom of the fruit. If the yellow is present, the apple is close to — if not at — maturity.

A ripe apple will have a rich, vibrant color. While different varieties have different hues – ranging from deep reds to bright greens – the color should be consistent and full.

Sep. 8—LAKE LEELANAU — Local apple growers are shining up another strong harvest season — a welcome change for the region's agricultural sector following this summer's disastrous cherry crop ...