7 Interesting Facts About Peaches

Varieties

Peaches come in more than 300 different varieties.

Origin

They are one of the oldest domesticated fruits, having roots dating back to China.

Symbolism

In Chinese culture, they represent fertility and longevity.

Categories

There are three categories of peaches, which include clingstone, freestone, and semi-freestone.

Peach Season

It runs from mid-May to August. Between these months, you may expect wonderfully ripe peaches with a refreshing and exquisite flavour.

Peach State

Georgia's official state fruit is now peaches.

The Peach Pit

The pit, or stone, in the centre of the peach contains a seed known as an embryo. It is from these seeds that fresh peach trees sprout.

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