Tag: Peach season

According to agricultural research, peaches are a climacteric fruit, meaning they continue to ripen and soften after being picked from the tree. This explains why the hard peach you buy at the store is not yet at its peak ripeness, but it doesn't mean it's off-limits for eating. Understanding the changes that occur during ripening can help you decide how to best enjoy your hard peaches, whether by waiting a few days or using them in a recipe.

According to Specialty Produce, yellow peaches are available in the Northern Hemisphere from May to September and the Southern Hemisphere from October to April. Knowing if yellow peaches are in season is key to enjoying their signature sweet and tangy flavor at its absolute peak.

A recent Facebook post explicitly referred to a "clean free peach" as a freestone variety, revealing a consumer term for a key botanical classification. This means the fruit's flesh cleanly and easily separates from the pit, making prep for cooking, canning, or snacking effortless.