Georgia Belle Peach
Georgia Belle Peach
Prunus persica 'Georgia Belle'
Georgia Belle is also known as Belle of Georgia. It is an old-time favorite with large, white fruit with a reddish blush. The flesh is white and creamy with tinges of red. Although firm, it bruises easily. It is highly flavored and aromatic. Good for all uses. It is freestone. Ripens a few days before Elberta, late in the season. It is a hardy and reliable producer that is self-fertile.
Georgia Belle Peach Pricing
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Georgia Belle Peach on Standard (Peach) root, Extra-Large 5/8" caliper grade |
$21.99 |
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Height10-14 Feet
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Spread8-12 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8
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Prunus persica 'Georgia Belle'
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.
Georgia Belle is a vigorous tree that is very resistant to bacterial spot, and moderately resistant to brown rot. It requires about 800-850 hours of chilling.
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A Little History about Georgia Belle Peach
Georgia Belle originated as a seedling of the old Chinese Cling peach in 1870. It quickly found favor for its flavor and quality.
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Prunus persica 'Georgia Belle' Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Self-fertile |
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Thin early for size |
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Thin heavily for size |
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Disease Resistance
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Bacterial spot tolerant |
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Fruit Characteristics
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Medium size fruit |
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Freestone |
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Spreading habit |
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Average vigor |
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Early to bear |
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Very productive |
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Harvest Period
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Late season |
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Late summer |
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Other Attributes
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Very juicy |
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Aromatic |
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Complex flavor |
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Sub-acid flavor |
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Sweet |
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Site Requirements
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Full Sun |
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Winter hardy |
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Skill Required
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Uses
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Canning or freezing |
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High dessert quality |
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Cooking or baking |
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Good for pies |
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