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Nectarines Cultivated in Asia 2,000 years ago however most varieties sold today were developed since World War II. A cross between a plum and a peach, without the peach fuzz. Freestone and cling types. All modern types have yellow rather than the white flesh of the older varieties, and the flesh is firmer. Used as peaches, the main use is eating out of the hand. So close to the peach tat a peach pit can produce a nectarine tree and the opposite is also true. Purchasing Early in the season the smaller fruit clings to the pit and are called semi-freestone, Later in the season the larger fruit is deeper red in color and called freestone. Choose fruit with creamy yellow skin and no green at the stem end. The rose colored blush blush on the skin varies by type and does not indicate ripeness. The fruit should yield to gentle pressure. Season June through September with the peak season in July. Imported fruit from Chile provide a fair amount to the market in February and some in January and March. Nutrition 1 medium nectarine = 65
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