Category: Fruits

It’s hard to think of any time better than peach season — when the weather is warm, and the peaches are perfectly ripe, sweet and juicy. Peach season refers to the peak time for picking and enjoying peaches. Depending on the climate, peach season may occur anywhere between April and October. What month are peaches […]

Many southern states produce peaches, but the real title-holders are the peaches from Georgia. Yes it is true that other states produce more peaches each year but take one bite into a Georgia peach and you will taste the difference in quality and flavor. Georgia peaches always come out the winner. Which country has the […]

Peaches grow best in full sun and well-drained, fertile soil. The planting site should receive at least eight hours of direct sunlight a day. Light is essential to fruit-set. Where do Peaches grow best? The top four states in peach production are California, South Carolina, Georgia and New Jersey. In 2017, California supplied nearly 56 […]

Fact or Fiction: The average lifespan of a peach and nectarine tree is 12 years. Fact. Unlike permanent crops that last for 40 years, peach and nectarine trees only last for about 12 years. Year 1 though 3 the tree is not producing any fruit but is concentrated on growing a good base for peach […]

Peach can also be described as a pale, pinkish-yellow. Most shades of peach are warm shades of pink-orange. Pantone’s peach shades run from rosy, mostly pink colors to predominantly orange hues. Which Colour is peach? A unique mixture of orange, yellow, and white, peach earned its name from the exterior shade of the fruit. The […]

You can tell a peach is ripe and ready to eat when you press down on its flesh and feel it slightly give. Peaches continue to ripen after they’re picked. So if your peaches are too firm, try setting them on your countertop in a single layer for one to three days. Ripe peaches last […]

Health benefits of peaches Heart health. All types of fruits are an important part of a heart-healthy diet, but peaches might have some specific benefits. Improved digestion. “Peaches contain both soluble and insoluble fiber,” Smith says. Decreased inflammation. Stronger immune system. Healthy eyes. Smoother skin. What do peaches do for your body? Consumption of fruits […]

They can be eaten raw, baked, grilled, broiled, or sautéed and are easily incorporated into warm or cold dishes alike. For instance, fresh peaches make a great nutrient-rich snack and can be eaten either on their own or topped with yogurt and a handful of nuts. Do you just eat a peach like an apple? […]

A ripe peach has a dark yellow color. It’s not necessarily red, that’s simply the color that comes from direct sun exposure. If the peach is green or even has any hint of green left on it, it needs more time on the tree. A green peach is certainly edible but it’s not going to […]

The top four states in peach production are California, South Carolina, Georgia and New Jersey. In 2017, California supplied nearly 56 percent of the United States fresh peach crop and more than 96 percent of processed peaches (NASS, 2021). Where do peach trees grow best? Peach trees grow best in climates with hot summers and […]

A young tree (not grown from seed) starts to bear fruit two to four years after planting. Following their showy pink spring blooms, peach trees will develop many tiny green peaches in the early summer months. Where does a peach grow from? Fruit on a peach tree (Prunus persica). The peach probably originated in China […]

There’s nothing quite like a ripe, juicy peach. Many people won’t argue that peaches are one of the most delicious fruits. And we couldn’t agree more. Some say that peaches taste like a mix of sweet and sour, while others say they’re more on the sweeter side. How is peaches taste like? The flesh of […]