The difference between mountain peach and peach blossom

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1. Appearance

2. Fruit period

3. Variation

4. Distribution area

Appearance: Mountain peach leaves are generally ovate-lanceolate, while peach leaves are elliptical-lanceolate. In terms of fruiting period: The fruiting period of mountain peaches is generally from July to August, while the fruiting period of peach blossoms is from June to September. Variations: Peach blossoms have many variations. Distribution area: Mountain peaches are mainly distributed in my country, while peach blossoms are also grown in other countries.

1. Appearance

(1) Leaf shape: The leaves of mountain peach are generally oval-lanceolate, with a length of five to thirteen centimeters and a width of about 1.5 to 4 centimeters; The leaves of peach blossom are oval-lanceolate. This difference is not easy to see without looking carefully.

(2) Flower diameter: The flowers of mountain peach are solitary, with a diameter of about two to three centimeters. The diameter of peach blossoms is relatively longer, ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 centimeters. In addition, the colors of the flowers are different between the two. The flowers of the former are generally pink in color. The colors of the latter are more diverse, including deep red, crimson, pure white, etc., and there are also flowers with mixed colors. In contrast, the color of peach blossoms is more beautiful and colorful. The color of the flowers has a lot to do with the variety of peach blossoms.

2. Fruit period

There is not much difference in the flowering period between the two, but there is a difference in the fruiting period. The fruiting period of mountain peaches is generally from July to August, while the fruiting period of peach blossoms is concentrated from June to September, depending on the specific varieties. The reason is that this aspect also has a lot to do with the many varieties of peach blossoms.

3. Variation

There are many varieties of peach blossoms: nectarines, flat peaches, longevity peaches, green peaches, etc. Some of them are flower peaches, and some are fruit peaches. Different varieties have different colors and different habits.

4. Distribution areas

Mountain peaches are mainly distributed in Shandong, Shanxi, Gansu, Sichuan and other provinces in my country. Peach blossoms are not only widely distributed throughout our country, but also spread abroad.

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