Peaches are native to China and are a wonder juicy fruit. The peach often plays an important part in Chinese tradition and is symbolic of long life. A peach tree flowers in the early spring and are weather sensitive. Peaches have a fuzzy surface and the fruit has a sweet smell. Fresh peaches are a great excuse to put over vanilla ice cream and a wonderful addition to cereal. Peaches may be cooked into cobblers, mousses and every kind of pastry.