Georgia Peach Research Paper

Peaches are not only a delicious fruit, but the peach is Georgia’s state fruit. Georgia is known for its delicious peaches and the productivity of peaches, and people living in Georgia are often referred to as Georgia Peaches. However, there is more to the peach than just being a fruit or a symbol of Georgia. The peach has had an impact of Georgia’s history, is fairly easy to grow, and has many health benefits as well. The peach is something worth learning about. For most people when they think Georgia they think peaches. However, most people are unaware of how the peach came to be in Georgia. Peach production first started in 1857 when a man by the name of Mr. I. C. Plant purchased a peach tree and gave it to his friend Samuel Lewis Rumph. Samuel Lewis Rumph took this tree and planted it on his farm, and cared for it as it grew. Eventually the tree grew into a large tree with many delicious peaches on the tree. Samuel Lewis Rumph named the tree after his wife, Elberta, and called it the Elberta
Tree. Later, during the Civil War, the peach played a large role as a food source. Cotton is grown in similar conditions that a peach tree is grown, so instead of planting cotton farmers planted peaches to provide food for the soldiers. Peach trees are fairly easy to grow. According to Care2, the first step is choosing the site which you would want to plant the tree. In order for the tree to grow properly the site must be well-drained with moderately fertile soil and good sunlight. Next step is to purchase the tree, however make sure to purchase the tree in the spring because you need to plant the tree right after you get it and peach trees grow best in the spring. Next, remove the plant from the pot, and remove any circling roots by laying the root ball on its side and use shears to cut through the roots. Then dig a hole a few inches deep and wide enough for the tree to fit in. Finally, set the tree in the hole and pile dirt up around the roots. If the tree does not receive water after several days water the tree to make sure it stays hydrated. Typically young peach trees take a few years before the fruit is ready to be harvested. Peaches are also very beneficial for health purposes.
Peaches have been known to help with weight loss by making one feel full. Peaches are also only 35-40 calories, depending on the size of the peach. Vitamin A and Vitamin C are also present in a peach and help to regulate skin tissue. Peaches also help reduce hair loss, stress, and anxiety. Peaches have been known to help prevent cancer due to a mineral called antioxidant properties which protects from cell damage. Peaches are not just a fruit, they are a health benefit as well. Peaches are a large part of Georgia’s history and play an important role in the Civil War. Peaches are easy to plant, grow, and harvest, and they are also very delicious to eat. Peaches are known for helping with health issues and also stress and anxiety. Not only have peaches affect Georgia’s history, but they have also affected the United States’ history by creating a large source of money due to sales. Peaches are more than just a
fruit.