Peaches have started rolling in at the farmers markets, and the Carolinas are known for their peaches. If you are heaving to any local produce stands, check for peaches. If it matters to you, make sure to ask for "cling free". They mature a little later than the ones that pits that are hard to separate from the flesh. According to NC State's data base of Potential Peach Varieties for North Carolina, the following peaches should be at market now: Cary Mac, Harvester, White Lady, Majestic, Fireprince, Sugar Lady, Winblo, Ellerbe, Loring, Contender, and Rengold. There are peaches that will becoming in season from now until late September, the last of which will be Autumn Lady!
Historically, the bulk of the peaches in North Carolina come from the Sandhills reason, especially Montgomery, Moore, Richmond, and Anson counties. Average in North Carolina has declined significantly over the last 20 years. The local farmers markets today should be a great place to get fresh peaches, and, of course peach ice cream- a North Carolina tradition.
There is an area in southern Ontario that is good for growing peaches and other similar fruits, around the Niagara area.
Posted by: William Kendall | Saturday, July 15, 2023 at 08:19 AM