Belle of Georgia Peach Tree

Description

Belle of Georgia peach trees are a timeless classic, producing large, sweet peaches with smooth white flesh and a delicate red blush on their creamy skin. Known for their floral fragrance and balanced flavor, these freestone peaches are perfect for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. The tree blooms beautifully in spring with showy pink blossoms, adding ornamental value to your garden. Thriving in sunny, well-draining soil, Belle of Georgia requires moderate chill hours and performs well in a variety of climates. Self-fruitful and easy to grow, it’s an excellent choice for home gardeners seeking a combination of beauty and productivity. With its heritage charm and consistently flavorful fruit, Belle of Georgia brings elegance and enjoyment to any orchard.

Standard on Nemaguard rootstock.

• Zones:5-9
• Chill hours: 800-900
• Bloom Time:
• Harvest: August – September
• Looks: Large fruit with alovely classic peach color
• Personality: firm white flesh with a red tint
• Facts of note: One of the Original Georgia Peaches, the Belle Of Georgia has been a favorite almost since its discovery in Georgia around 1870. Along with the the Elberta, the Belle of Georgia have become renowned as the Original Georgia Peaches. The Belle of Georgia is a large fruit with a firm white flesh, with a red tint. This fruits fine flavor has delighted home gardener for over 130 years. Vigorous grower, it is known for its reliable production where other peach varieties struggle. Very bud hardy and disease resistant. Its wonderful flavor is enjoyed straight off the tree or for cooking and canning. Like the Elberta, the Belle Of Georgia is a seedling of the Chinese Cling peach both coming from seed given to two of Colonel Lewis Rumph nephews that would become two of the most important fruit varieties in US history.
• Pollination: Self-fruitful.

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