Peaches and nectarines
Season in Cyprus
Peaches and nectarines arrive in June, and peaches carry on into July. Soft stone fruit moves from firm to fully ripe very quickly in the summer heat.
Season in Cyprus
June – July
- Markets and neighbours’ listings are the quickest way to buy it in season.
- Source: Local Finds seasonal produce calendar · Read more in How to store fresh local produce so it lasts longer
2 months in season a year
4 other crops in season around then
When you buy
For figs and soft stone fruit, bring a shallow container so they are not crushed.
Keeping it fresh
Refrigerate in a shallow single layer and eat soon. Watch for crushing, leaking and fermentation.
Got too many?
Share the best fresh pieces and preserve only what you can process safely.
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