timbuc2 wrote:

can anyone tell me when to pick plums, when they are red&green or when
they are red all over, if i leave them on tree bugs start to eat them

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timbuc2

The longer you leave them on the tree, the sweeter they become. Timing is
critical, so if you leave them too long, they get spongy. You can pick them
a little early, if bugs are a problem. Leaving them at room temperature will

improve their flavor (mostly by eliminating the unripe taste, but not
necessarily
the sweetness). Don't refrigerate them until after they have rippened.

Not sure what variety of plum you have, but I would wait at least until they
are
red all over. They may still be partially unripe. Check that they are not
hard
but pick before they turn spongy. Of course, tasting a few is always a good
test.
Depending on the variety, there are no fixed criterias, but you will develop
your
own criterea from experience. You should also address the bug problem.
Identify
the bug and take preventative measures. Are these bugs wasps? If so, wasp
traps
may help.

Sherwin D.