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Passion fruits are often whispered about as a precious remedy with numerous health benefits, especially for effectively treating coughs. However, not everyone knows the season for passion fruits and how to choose the perfect, chemical-free ones. Today, Team PasGo is here to answer your questions.
1. The passion fruit season is from lunar August to October
When is the best time to buy passion fruits?
When does the peach blossom season occur?
Peach blossoms originate from provinces in the North and the Da Lat region. Unlike other varieties that bear fruit throughout the year, the peach blossom season lasts only 1 - 2 months, specifically from August to October in the lunar calendar.
However, at the beginning of August, the peach blossoms are still budding, not fully ripe, and relatively expensive. If there's an urgent need to purchase, it can still be obtained.
To select delicious and affordable peach blossoms, it's advisable to buy in the middle of the season, around September, with the lowest prices still available in mid-October.
During that time, the peach blossoms will be larger and much more beautiful in full bloom compared to the early season. Avoid buying peaches at the end of the season, as prices will be higher, and the quality of peaches will be lower due to a reduction in the amount of essential oils on the peel.
Where to buy peach blossoms?
Local markets, wholesale markets, fruit stores, supermarkets, etc., are places where you can purchase peach blossoms during the peak season.
However, the quality and price per kilogram of peach blossoms will vary, ranging from 30,000 VND to 70,000 VND/kg.
You can seek to purchase peach blossoms from reputable stores, supermarkets, or from acquaintances who cultivate them to ensure you select high-quality ones.
The peach blossom season is short-lived, so make sure to seize the opportunity to buy during the right season to avoid missing out.
Where to buy delicious peach blossoms?
2. Tips for choosing delicious, juicy, chemical-free peach blossoms.
Observe the peel and pulp of peach blossoms.
Choose peaches with bright green color, smooth skin, and must be very fresh to contain abundant essential oils in the peel.
Avoid buying peaches with dark green color or yellow spots on the skin, as these are usually aged peaches. The peach juice may be bland, lacking the sour and fragrant taste, which can adversely affect health.
The pulp of peach blossoms should have a peachy pink color, just like its name, to be considered standard peach blossoms.
Note: Typically, high-quality standard peach blossoms, free from chemicals, will quickly wrinkle. They can only stay fresh for 12 hours after being picked from the tree, and after 2 days, there may be signs of wilting and damage.
Therefore, when buying peach blossoms, be aware that if the peaches do not wrinkle after 12 hours, it implies that they have been sprayed with preservatives. Avoid using these peaches for medicinal purposes, as they can be harmful to health.
Peach blossoms with bright green color and smooth skin are delicious peaches.
Take a sniff to test the fragrance.
Try smelling the aroma of the peach. If it has a light, natural fragrance typical of peaches, it's fresh. However, if it has a dark, strong, unpleasant odor, it may contain chemicals. Peaches that are rushed to market before the chemicals dissipate can have lingering smells.
Peaches with a dark odor are not good for your health.
Observe the size of the peach.
Instead of choosing large peaches, opt for ones with a moderate size but feel heavy. They will contain more water, be fresher, and of higher quality.
Avoid selecting peaches that are too small, as they may be unripe, taste bitter, and often lack sufficient water and essential nutrients.
Additionally, excessively large peaches may have been treated with growth-stimulating chemicals, so it's advisable to limit choosing them.
Peaches of moderate size but heavy feel will contain more water, be fresher, and of higher quality.
Pay attention to the origin of the peaches.
To determine the quality of peaches, the first thing to pay attention to is their origin. Therefore, choose fruits with clearly labeled origins or inquire about the source from the seller before making a purchase.
3. How to preserve peaches for extended use
If you know the correct way to preserve peaches, they will last longer than usual.
- Before storing peaches, clean them thoroughly with water to remove external impurities and dirt. Then let the peaches air dry or use paper towels to dry them.
- Wrap each peach tightly with newspaper or food wrap.
- Place them in a plastic bag and store in the cool compartment of the refrigerator.
How to preserve peach blossoms for extended use
This method will help maintain the freshness of peach blossoms for a longer period!
Soaking peach blossoms in honey is effective in treating coughs, especially during the cold season, and it's particularly beneficial for children.
Here is Team PasGo's answer to the question of when the peach blossom season occurs. Hopefully, through this article, you have gained useful information to choose the right, delicious, juicy, and safe peach blossoms for your family.
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