Not all green tomatoes will have a chance to ripen in September. These are mature green, meaning they’ve stopped growing and can ripen off the vine.
September 12, 2026
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Green tomatoes vs. September: What to pick, what to let go
At this point in the season, the question is no longer “Will my tomatoes ripen?” but “Which tomatoes have a realistic chance of ripening before (or after) the season ends?”