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Just peachy

Mariette Greyling [23 April 2008] -

There are over 700 varieties of peaches.
Some Chinese varieties are flat like hockey pucks!
In China, the peach is a symbol of longevity and good luck.
Peaches were once known as Persian apples.
"You're a real peach" originated from the tradition of giving a peach to the friend you liked.
Peaches were mentioned in literature as early as 79 AD.
Most peaches are cultivated by grafting different combinations of rootstocks to scions.
Nectarines are peaches without the fuzz.

Article originally appeared in Capespan Courier April/May 2008 – see www.capespan.com

Written and edited by Mariette Greyling, www.tomar.co.za

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