You should never store these fruits together

Which fruit should be stored and how?

People have long known that you shouldn't compare apples and oranges. But are the two fruits actually so different that they shouldn't even be stored next to each other? “No,” experts would probably answer at this point, because there are actually a lot of things when it comes to storage Some types of fruit should be taken into account so that they stay fresh, crunchy and tasty over a longer period of time remain. Above all, it is apples that should have a special role here.

It is best to store apples alone

When it comes to proper storage, apples could be described as loners in a sense. This is due to the ripening gas ethylene that they produce and which causes other fruits - but also vegetable gardens - to ripen faster when they come into contact with it. Of course, you can consciously take advantage of this effect when bananas, tomatoes or something similar are still quite green. Otherwise, it's best to store apples separately. The same applies to pears, plums and nectarines, because they also emit ethylene.

Handle berries carefully 

Just as apples are the loners among fruit varieties, berries could be described as the divas among them because they require special care. All types of berries are quite sensitive and can quickly start to rot even with the smallest pressure points. Therefore, never store berries together with other heavy foods; it is best to reserve their own place in the refrigerator.

It is best to store tropical fruits in rows 

Tropical fruits such as mangoes or papayas give your fruit plate an extravagant, exotic touch. But when it comes to storage, a little extravagance is also advisable for them. Although they generally get along well with each other, it is best to lie next to each other and not stack them. Otherwise, you run the risk of pressure points forming, which can soon rot.

Fridge or fruit basket?

If you already know which types of fruit are better stored separately, the question still arises as to where. Because some fruits like it cool, while others prefer warmth. This is especially true for exotic fruit. It is better not to store mangoes, papayas, bananas, kiwis, etc. in the refrigerator. For stone fruit, however, the cold is recommended. Apricots, cherries, nectarines and the like can go in the fridge.

Store fruit correctly: Remove unripe and rotten fruit 

In general, however, when storing all fruits, the same varieties can be stored well together. However, you should separate unripe and ripe fruits so that unripe specimens still have time to ripen. Not that they're ready before you manage to eat it all. You should also sort out fruit that is already rotten immediately to prevent the mold from spreading to specimens that are still intact.

This way you can ensure that you always have fresh, juicy and crunchy fruit at home and nothing stands in the way of enjoying a delicious fruit salad every day.