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Peaches Without Pits: Split/Shattered Pit Disorder

Why Do My Peaches Have No Hard Pits?

Split or shattered pits (soft seed, web-like interior) are a physiological disorder. Causes: freeze damage during bloom, rapid fruit growth in early varieties, excessive thinning/fertilization/irrigation. Fruit is edible. Leave heavier crop loads on prone varieties.

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