Well, the peaches aren't nearly ripe yet where I live (Midwest U.S.A.), although they're very peachy looking and beautifully colored. I figure we need at least another week or two of tree time before they actually ripen. So my guess is that these volunteer peaches are going to be just fine, if you're patient.

As for letting the yard recover from its previous golf-course perfection -- HOORAY!!! this is better for the earth, better for the water supply (less water, fewer chemicals from fertilizer, etc.) and better for the human soul, which loves wildness. For some good reading on the subject, read "Gaia's Garden," by Toby Hemenway (I think that's the right spelling). Lots of loveliness available without having a manicured lawn.

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