Donut Peach (Sweet Bagel)

Description Sweet Bagel Donut Peach lives up to its name. Mild, sweet, and incredibly approachable, this flat “donut” peach produces tender yellow flesh with low acidity and a gentle, dessert-like flavor that appeals to just about everyone. The fruit is soft, aromatic, and easy to eat out of hand, making it an excellent choice for fresh snacking and family gardens. Sweet Bagel ripens evenly and produces attractive, saucer-shaped peaches that are as fun to harvest as they are to eat. The tree stays compact and manageable, fitting comfortably into home orchards where space matters. Overview Classic donut peach with mild, sweet flavor. Tender yellow flesh with low acidity. Easy-to-eat fruit perfect for fresh snacking. Compact semi-dwarf tree well suited to home orchards. Self-fertile—no pollination partner required. Growing Details Latin Name: Prunus persica ‘Sweet Bagel’Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soilRootstock: CitationHardiness: USDA Zone 6–9Bearing Age: 1–3 yearsSize at Maturity: 10–12 ft (compact semi-dwarf habit)Bloom Time: Mid-springRipening Time: Mid-seasonPollination: Self-fertileFruit Type: Freestone donut peachPests & Diseases: Peaches can be prone to Peach Leaf Curl in cool, wet-spring climates; benefits from good airflow and appropriate dormant care Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Sweet Bagel was one of the first widely grown yellow-fleshed donut peaches, offering a gentler, less tangy flavor than traditional yellow peaches while keeping their classic richness. An excellent introduction to donut peaches for first-time growers. Great fresh-eating peach with broad family appeal. Explore more peaches and nectarines in our collection: Peach & Nectarine Trees