Dumb gardening question but , when a veggie is ready to b picked, how long can you wait until you DO actually pick it?

For example, you don't need any more xyz veggie right now.
Can you wait til next week to harvest it, or will it rot while still in the ground/on the vine?

I've never planted anything before.
I want to get started.

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smiler2012 · 61-69

iamnikki well it is not just a case of it rotting it may be attacked by slugs worms and other pests if you have storage space get them dug up or picked as soon as possible they will last a bit not harvested but it would be a pity to see your yield go to waste