Peaches

In season in SW Michigan

In season Peak

Months from the MSU Extension Southwest Michigan fruit update. Weather shifts dates a little each year.

Key nutrients

%DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4+. Values are USDA lab averages scaled to the serving; your harvest may differ.

Wellness

A medium peach has about 58 calories, 0.10 mg of copper (11% DV) and 9.9 mg of vitamin C (11% DV). That makes it a good source of copper and vitamin C. (USDA) The NIH Office of Dietary Supplements says the body uses copper to make energy, connective tissues and blood vessels. (NIH ODS) NIH ODS also says the body needs vitamin C to make collagen, which helps wounds heal, and that vitamin C improves absorption of iron from plant foods and helps the immune system work properly. (NIH ODS)

Pick, store and use

• Pick

  Choose peaches that aren't bruised or damaged. (MSU Extension)

• Store

  Let peaches ripen on the counter, then move them to the fridge. (MSU Extension)

• Preserve

  Don't home-can white-flesh peaches; there's no tested safe method. MSU recommends freezing them instead. (MSU Extension)

Where to get it nearby

• Bella Vista FarmFennville · Allegan Co. U-pick
• Crane OrchardsFennville · Allegan Co. U-pick
• Jollay OrchardsColoma · Berrien Co. U-pick
• Lehman's OrchardNiles · Berrien Co. U-pick
• Lemon Creek Fruit Farms & WineryBerrien Springs · Berrien Co. U-pick
• McCartney FarmSodus · Berrien Co. U-pick

See all 14 farms with peaches →

Farms whose listing mentions peaches. Check with the farm before you go.