Peach
Origin / Growing regions
Originally from China, peaches are now grown in all regions of the world where warm, moderate climate conditions prevail. The most important growing areas are located in the Mediterranean region, the U.S., South America, Australia and South Africa.
Description
Peaches are stone fruits which grow on trees that reach heights of between one and eight metres. One hundred and thirty varieties have been identified in Germany alone. Peaches are classified according to skin type (fuzzy or smooth – nectarines) and how easily the pit can be separated from the pulp (freestone or clingstone).
Peach
Fruit
Most peaches are round (approximately five to seven centimetres in diameter) and exhibit a marked longitudinal furrow and an indented stem root. The colour of the skin varies from greenish-yellow to red, and the fruits are ordinarily covered by silky fuzz. The pulp may be white or yellow, and some varieties (such as the vineyard peach) have red pulp.
Flavour
Peaches are treasured largely for their juiciness and their mild, fruity aroma.