Peach ... The peach (Prunus persica) is a deciduous tree that bears edible juicy fruits with various characteristics. Most are simply called peaches, while the glossy-skinned, non-fuzzy varieties are called nectarines. Though from the same species, they are regarded commercially as different fruits.

Peach is a economically important fruit tree grown throughout the warmer temperate regions of both the Northern and Southern hemispheres for its sweet fruits. Peaches are widely eaten fresh and are also baked in pies and cobblers; canned peaches are a staple commodity in many regions.

The nutritious peach is full of antioxidants and may improve heart health, aid digestion, and protect against moisture loss in your skin, among other benefits.

Your recipe calls for peaches, but does it matter what kind of peach you use? Not all types of peaches are interchangeable, so find the right fruit before you start baking.

7 Types of Peaches for Eating and Baking, and When to Use Them

The peach settled in so completely that one US state, Georgia, proudly calls itself the Peach State. Today, you can grow these fruits across sunny temperate regions worldwide by matching the cultivar to your local winter chill and frost profile.

The peach (Prunus persica) is a tree native to China that bears an edible, sweet, juicy fruit of the same name that is very popular throughout the world. It is a deciduous tree which grows 5–10 meters tall and belongs to the subfamily Prunoideae.