Just Peachy…

Fun Facts to Celebrate National Peach Month…

4000 Years: Peaches are native to China. They’ve been cultivated there for over 4,000 years and were considered a symbol of immortality and friendship.

2000 Varieties: There are over 2,000 peach varieties worldwide and they come in yellow, white and even flat “doughnut” varieties!

It’s Not Georgia: Despite its nickname “The Peach State,” Georgia is NOT the top producer. California actually produces the most peaches in the U.S., followed by South Carolina and Georgia.

60 Calories: A medium peach is only about 60 calories. Low in calories, high in vitamin C and fiber, peaches are both sweet and nutritious.

August: While the season can start as early as May in some areas, August is when peaches are at their sweetest and most abundant—which is why it was named National Peach Month by President Reagan in 1982.

“You’re a Real Peach” In the old South, people would give peaches to someone they liked. The phrase stuck as a sweet compliment.