Why do Peaches

HAVE A CREASE?

Peaches might appear to have a smooth outer texture from afar. But you will notice a crease when you hold one in your hands.

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Peaches have a crease because they have to release the pit (the seed) so it can germinate.

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Why do peaches have a crease?

The line on a peach is called a suture or seam. For instance, water stress will result in a deep suture.

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What Is the Line on a Peach Called?

Your peaches are possibly dimpled because stink bugs attacked them. The damaged area will not grow, and the fruit will begin to develop deep dimples.

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Why Are My Peaches Dimpled?

Besides the suture, a peach may have cracks. But unlike the suture, cracks are not there to ease the release of the pit.

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