Keep unripe peaches at room temperature
Place them stem-side down in a single layer
Keep them out of direct sunlight
Check daily for ripening
Refrigerate ripe peaches to slow further ripening
Store ripe peaches in a breathable bag or container
Keep peaches away from strong-smelling foods
Wash peaches only before eating or using
Freeze peeled, sliced peaches in airtight containers or freezer bags
Add lemon juice to sliced peaches before freezing to reduce browning
Remove bruised or overripe peaches before storage
Use ripe peaches within a few days for best quality