Beaumont(TM) Peach

Prunus persica 'Beaumont(TM)'

Beaumont™ ripens 18 days after Redhaven in the Loring season and is 60-90% red blush over a yellow background. Fruit is reported to average 2.5" or better and maintain firmness and store exceptionally well. A prolific bearer with good shelf life, good flavor, and uniform fruit. Requires multiple pickings. Good bacterial spot and brown rot resistance.It is completely freestone.

Pricing

Beaumont(TM) Peach on Standard (Lovell) root, Extra Large 5/8" up caliper grade    -    $23.99

Height 10-14 Feet

Spread 8-12 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Almost all peaches are self-fertile and require no pollinators. They will set heavy crops on single trees, which need heavy and aggressive thinning early in the season for best fruit size. Maintain good vigor in peaches by pruning every year, and fertilizing moderately. Aim for 1-3 feet of new growth a year. Fertilize early in the season, so that growth is well hardened off before fall and winter cold weather.

A Little History Beaumont™ was bred by Dr. Bill Shane and Dr. Amy Iezzoni at the MSU Experiment Stations. It is named after the famous Beaumont Tower, which is a landmark on the Michigan State University campus in East Lansing, MI.

Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Self-fertile • Thin early for size • Thin heavily for size	Disease Resistance • Bacterial spot tolerant	Fruit Characteristics • Freestone • Large fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Very productive • Spreading habit
Harvest Period • Mid-season	Other Attributes • Sweet • Very juicy	Site Requirements • Winter hardy • Full Sun	Skill Required • Easy to grow
Uses • Cooking or baking • Good for pies • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality