The UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County Office is pleased to announce that the January “Plant of the Month” is peaches.
Peaches can be eaten on their own or added to a variety of dishes and are a rich source of vitamins A, C, E and fiber. They provide 6% of the daily vitamin A needs and 15% of daily vitamin C needs. One medium peach also contains 2% or more daily value of vitamins E and K, niacin, folate, iron, choline, potassium, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese, zinc and copper.
January is a good time to grow peaches in North Central Florida. Check the
Plant of the Month website for information on planting, harvesting, recipes, and more. Listen to the
Extension Cord Podcast to get further insights on the Plant of the Month.
“Peaches are a stone fruit that come with either yellow or white flesh,” said Mary Alford, chair of the County Commission. “The yellow flesh peaches grow best in Florida.”
The Plant of the Month program is a collaborative effort between Alachua County Board of County Commissioners, UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County, Alachua County Master Gardener Volunteers, Alachua County Public Library and Working Food.
For more information, contact the UF/IFAS Extension Alachua County at 352-955-2402. Visit the
Extension Office website for additional programs offered by the Extension Office.
