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How long does peaches last?

Fuzzy stone fruit.

Quick answer
Fridge (40°F / 4°C)
1 week
Once ripe — slows further ripening
Pantry (room temp)
3 days
Counter to ripen, until soft to gentle pressure
Freezer (0°F / -18°C)
1 year
Slice, blanch optional, freeze
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Signs peaches has gone bad

  • •Wrinkled skin
  • •Brown soft spots
  • •Sour or fermented smell
  • •Mold

Storage tips

  • ✓Ripen on counter; refrigerate when ripe
  • ✓Brown bag with banana speeds ripening
  • ✓Freeze pitted slices for smoothies
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More fruits

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Apples
1 month fridge
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Bananas
1 week fridge
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Strawberries
1 week fridge
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Blueberries
2 weeks fridge
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Avocado
5 days fridge
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Lemons
4 weeks fridge
Sources & review
Compiled by the BestByDates editorial team. Last reviewed: January 2025. Spotted an error? Let us know.

Disclaimer: Times shown are USDA/FDA-recommended best quality periods, not absolute safety guarantees. Storage conditions, packaging, and food handling all affect actual shelf life. When in doubt, throw it out.