What are the characteristics of peach trees?

Peach tree is a common fruit tree with bright flowers and sweet fruit, which has high ornamental and edible value. Here is a detailed introduction to the characteristics of peach trees:

1. Morphological characteristics

Peach trees belong to trees, and the height is generally between 3 and 8 meters. Its bark is usually gray, its branches are thick, its surface is hairy and short. The leaves are oblong or elliptic-lanceolate, with serrated edges, green surface and light green back. Flowers are usually solitary or clustered, about 2.5-3.5 cm in diameter, with five petals, pink or white in color and very bright. The fruit is a drupe, nearly spherical or oval, with short hairs on the surface, ranging in color from green to yellow, and turns purple or yellow when it matures.

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2. Growing habits

Peach trees like warm and humid climate, and the suitable growth temperature is 15-25℃. The requirements for soil are not high, but it is best to choose loose, fertile and well-drained soil. Peach trees are drought-tolerant, but they also need proper amount of water, and they also need watering in dry season. It is a light-loving plant, which needs plenty of sunshine to grow and thrive.

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3. Variety classification

There are many varieties of peach trees, which are classified according to color, shape, size and taste. Common varieties are peach, nectarine, flat peach and longevity peach. Different varieties of peach trees have different growth habits and fruit characteristics.

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4. Ornamental value

The flowers of peach trees are very beautiful, and the pink or white petals contrast with the green leaves, which is of great ornamental value. In the spring flowering season, peach trees are lush and spectacular, attracting many tourists and photographers to enjoy and shoot.

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5. Edible value

Peach fruit is sweet and juicy and rich in nutrients, such as vitamin C, vitamin B, potassium and iron. They can not only be eaten fresh, but also be made into fruit juice, jam, preserves and other foods. In the traditional culture of China, peaches are regarded as a symbol of longevity and are often given as gifts to the elderly and relatives.

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6. Economic value

Peach trees have high economic value, and their fruits can bring considerable economic income. At the same time, the wood of peach trees can also be used to make furniture, handicrafts and so on. In some areas, peach cultivation has become an important industry for local economic development.

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In a word, peach tree is a kind of fruit tree with high ornamental and edible value, which is widely planted and applied in different regions.