10 Signs Your Peaches Are Ready To Be Harvested

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00:0010 signs your peaches are ready to be harvested.

00:04The fruit feels slightly soft when gently squeezed.

00:07Ripe peaches yield slightly near the stem.

00:10Test gently, preferably in cool mornings, to avoid bruising ripe fruit.

00:15The background color has changed from green to yellow.

00:19Look beneath the blush for a creamy yellow background.

00:23Red color reflects the sun, not ripeness.

00:26Avoid any green.

00:28The fruit easily twists off the branch.

00:31A ripe peach detaches with minimal effort using a gentle, upward twist.

00:36Resistance indicates waiting another day.

00:39The scent is sweet and fragrant.

00:41Warm, honeyed fragrance signals ripeness.

00:44Sniff fruits in the afternoon warmth.

00:46Little aroma usually means more time.

00:49The fruit has a full, round shape.

00:52Ripe peaches appear plump and rounded, especially at shoulders.

00:56Flattened or dimpled tops suggest they need longer.

01:00There's a noticeable seam along the fruit.

01:04The central seam becomes more defined or slightly darkened as ripeness approaches.

01:09Confirm alongside color and softness.

01:12A bit of fruit may have fallen naturally.

01:15A few clean, naturally dropped peaches indicate peak ripeness nearby.

01:20Inspect fallen fruit for softness, fragrance, and pests.

01:23The skin develops a slight fuzz sheen.

01:28Ripe fruit shows a velvety, matte fuzz, especially in fuzzy varieties.

01:33Unripe peaches look smoother and shinier.

01:36The fruit has some weight to it.

01:39Heaviness for size suggests accumulated juices and sugars.

01:43Compare similar fruits and trust feel to gauge readiness.

01:47Birds and bees are taking notice.

01:51Increased bird pecs and bee interest signal peak flavor.

01:55Harvest daily and consider netting to reduce losses.