CROP

STORAGE TECHNIQUE

Beans and Peas

Put in a plastic bag in the refrigerator

Melons

Tap, when it sounds like a low thud, its ripe. If ripe, store melons in refrigerator, if still unripe, leave on counter (we’ll try our best to pick all the melons while ripe)

Cucumbers, Eggplant, Peppers, Summer Squash

Wipe off until dry and store in refrigerator in a plastic bag

Herbs

Put in plastic bag without water in the refrigerator or with the stems in a cup of water on the counter

Leafy Greens & Green Veggies

Put in plastic bag with paper towel to absorb the moisture (so they don’t get slimy) and refrigerate, or wash off first, roll up in clean kitchen towel, and place in a plastic bag (they last long and are ready to eat)

Onions, Potatoes & Tomatoes

Place in a paper bag on the counter or in a dark, dry place that is not too cold, but don’t store onions and potatoes together. If trying to ripen tomatoes, leave on windowsill. (Don’t wash dirt off of potatoes, they keep longer with soil on them)

Winter Squash

Keep uncovered in a well-ventilated, cool, dark place

Root Crops

(beets, carrots, radish, turnip)

Put in plastic bag in the refrigerator with the soil on – don’t wash until ready to use.