GARLIC - THE TOP TEST
When the top turns yellow, it's ready.
PEPPERS - THE GREEN TEST
When it's green, it’s ready. As it ripens more it’ll turn red or yellow.
ONIONS - THE FALL TEST
When the leaves fall off the plant, it’s ready.
TOMATOES - THE SHAKE TEST
Take a tomato bush and shake it. If they fall off, it’s ready.
ARTICHOKES - THE FLOWER TEST