AUGUST
Perfect Peaches
We ap-PEACH-iate this orange beauty! As a member of the rose and almond family, this sweet treat is harvested in your region from July through mid-August. Did you know that peaches and nectarines are the same fruit? The only difference is that peaches have fuzzy skin and nectarines don’t!
Peaches are packed with many nutrients like vitamins E and K. Grow your knowledge of peaches with more fun facts below!
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PEACH FAST FACTS
Peaches grow best in the summer.
Peaches and nectarines are the same fruit, but peaches have fuzzy skin and nectarines don't!
A peach tree can produce up to 66 pounds of fruit.
Peaches are good source of vitamin E, vitamin K, and B vitamins.
Peaches are a member of the rose and almond family.
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