White Peach (Snow Beauty)

Description Snow Beauty is widely regarded as one of the finest white peaches for fresh eating. It combines elegant sweetness, smooth texture, and striking appearance into a peach that feels genuinely special at harvest. Ripening late in the season, Snow Beauty develops creamy white flesh beneath a deep red blush, with a low-acid profile that highlights sweetness rather than sharpness. It’s an excellent choice for growers who value eating quality above all else and want a white peach that finishes the season strong. Overview Late-season white peach with rich, low-acid sweetness. Freestone fruit with excellent fresh-eating quality. Beautifully blushed fruit with smooth texture. Ripens after many standard peach varieties. Self-fertile—no pollination partner required. Growing Details Latin Name: Prunus persica ’Snow Beauty’ Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil Rootstock: Citation Hardiness: USDA Zone 5–8 Bearing Age: 1–3 years Size at Maturity: 10–14 ft (semi-dwarf habit) Bloom Time: Mid-spring Ripening Time: Late August (late-season) Pollination: Self-fertile Fruit Type: Freestone white peach Pests & Diseases: Average resistance; benefits from good airflow and standard dormant care Additional Notes Grower’s Insight: Snow Beauty is often considered a benchmark white peach for dessert quality—its balance of sweetness, aroma, and texture is hard to beat. Regional Insight: Performs especially well in regions with warm summers and extended seasons, including the West Coast, Pacific Northwest, and similar climates. Best enjoyed fresh, but also excellent sliced for simple desserts. Explore more peaches and nectarines in our collection: Peach & Nectarine Trees