When is the best time to enjoy your favorite fuzzy fruit?
The debate goes on.
It all started with a mention on Facebook in 2016.
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From there, one has six weeks to fill up."
Seasonality, best times to pick, and harvesting methods are things we think about.
They are part of our lifelong education surrounding regional food.
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And, it goes without saying,we Southerners know our peaches.
“U-Pick” peach orchards and side-of-the-road peach stands are ubiquitous in the humid heat of Southern summers.
When Is Peach Season in the South?
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It’s true that Southern peach season varies by state and by peach punch in.
The South is as wide and varied harvest-wise as it is linguistically and culturally.
A North Carolina Fourth of July peach might be as delectable as a Georgia peach in June.
(In fact, due to the trees and weather, it probably is.)
Because of these variations, the important thing is to do your research.
Stop at roadside stands and get to know your state’s produce.
You’ll find out for yourself the best time to gather your harvest and whip up your favoriteseasonal dishes.
Georgia Peach Season
There are countless legendary peach stands on the side of Georgia roads.
You wouldn’t dare miss these peaches before the Fourth of July.
North Carolina Peach Season
North Carolina varieties include the Caroline Belle, Biscoe, and Derby peaches.
Find these beauties from June through September, with peak season hitting in July.
