Babcock Peach Tree

Description

Babcock peach trees are cherished for their sweet, aromatic fruit and adaptability to mild climates. This white-fleshed freestone variety features medium-sized peaches with smooth, creamy skin and a delicate red blush. The fruit’s melting texture and honeyed flavor make it perfect for fresh eating, slicing into salads, or using in light, elegant desserts. Babcock peaches are self-fruitful and require only low to moderate chill hours, making them an excellent choice for regions with mild winters. The tree thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, producing consistent yields of flavorful, high-quality fruit. With its manageable size and reliable performance, Babcock is ideal for home gardeners looking for a peach variety that combines ease of care with exceptional taste. Whether enjoyed straight from the tree or showcased in your favorite recipes, Babcock peaches are sure to delight with their sweet, summery flavor and elegant appearance.

Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock.

• Zones: 7-9
• Chill hours: 250-300
• Bloom Time: Late Mid-Season (Based on typical Central Valley California weather)
• Harvest: July 7 – July 20
• Looks: Small to medium white-fleshed freestone.
• Personality: Sweet and juicy, aromatic, low in acid.
• Facts of note: The Babcock introduced in 1933, is one of the early introductions of white peach that became a standard in the California home garden. The Babcock remains a home garden favorite today! A cross done in 1909 between the popular Strawberry white peach and the white fleshed Peento or donut peach, the juiciness and flavor were to become the standard for all white-fleshed peaches for decades. The University of California researchers E.B Babcock and C O Smith were looking for a low-chill variety of peach for Southern California. The Babcock proved to be just that, freestone, extra sweet fruit with smooth juicy flesh, it was better than anything else of the time. The fruit is medium-sized, red-blushed with creamy white flesh. Babcock peaches are low acid, sweet, juicy, and fragrant, and always a taste test favorite!
• Pollination: Self-fruitful.

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