Are Peaches and Almonds Related? The Surprising Botanical Connection
                                
                                
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                                Genetic analysis has confirmed that peaches and almonds share a common ancestor, diverging approximately 6 to 8 million years ago. This makes peaches and almonds related, and their deep botanical kinship explains their surprisingly similar characteristics, including how they produce fruit.