[header] How to store plums [title] Purchase or pick good plums. [step] Look for plums that are free of blemishes, discoloration, and soft spots. You can ripen plums at home, so the important thing is to make sure you're picking plums from a good batch-it's okay if they're still a little hard. 
[title] Place the unripe plums in a paper bag. [step] If your plums do not yet smell fragrant and feel slightly soft to the touch, they need to ripen outside the refrigerator for a few days.