Description
The Babcock Peach tree is a tremendous bearer of sweet, juicy, aromatic, white peaches. Babcock peach trees bloom with an abundance of showy pink blossoms in the spring with medium-sized fruit ripening in early July.
This freestone variety was once the gold standard of white peaches. Low in acid, the fruit is enjoyed fresh, baked in desserts and pies.
Popular in California, the Babcock Peach is an excellent choice for mild climates, with minimal chill requirements. This self-fruitful tree prefers fertile, well-drained soil.
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Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Bloom Time | Early - Mid |
| Chill Hours | 250 - 350 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 8 - 10 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | July |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Recommended Spacing
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow peach trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
Arrives when it's time to plant
Questions & Answers
Stark Bro’s does not knowingly grow or offer genetically engineered plants or trees. We either graft our trees or grow them from cuttings.
Hello, I am in Northern California near San Francisco. The tree I purchased is growing quite well. Last season I was able to harvest around 20 peaches. The fruits smelled and tasted wonderful. As for the trunk of the tree, I have not applied any protective paints. I have observed no problems so far with sunburn. I hope this helps
You can generally expect your tree to start producing fruit within 2 to 4 years after planting, depending on the variety and growing conditions.
We appreciate you reaching out to us. Peaches are self pollinating and do not require another variety to bear fruit. However planting a second variety will increase your crop yield. This choice is solely yours based on taste texture and zone.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
As stated in the description it is for mild climates, with minimal chill requirements. SUch as California and Florida. Zone 6 gets to cold for this variety.
They are similar in flavor to yellow peaches, however they are said to be slightly sweeter due to their low acidity. They have a pale pink hue on the outside and a pale yellow flesh. Because white peaches are softer than yellow peaches, they don't hold up as well when baked.
Omg. What to do?
U have a peach for my zone
Help
Please reach out to customer service at 800.325.4180 and they will be able to advise you on what to do.
I'm having the same issue with my trees. Apparently, there may be a couple of,things that could cause the leaves to curl. One may be the fungal infection, which can be treated with copper spray. Another cause might be the rose bushes or Apple trees if they are,close to the peach tree possibly causing to whiten ans,dry up.
Requires 250-300 chill hours and is self-fruitful.
Yes - this variety is a freestone peach.
Customer Reviews
The tree came in a box with instructions for planting which we followed.
Within a few days, it began to sprout branches and leaves, growing the first season.
This year, we were surprised to have a crop of peaches. There were so many, I thinned some and found them already edible. We ended up with over 20, as the tree continues to grow.
The peaches are typical Babcock, sweet, and white flesh.
My purchase from Stark Bros arrived in less than a week, expertly packed as promised. The available tutorials on how to plant and care for my purchase was value added and a big help.
The tree is doing great and I can hardly wait for my first bowl of peaches and cream !
Wish I could have ordered a T-Shirt to go with my tree. XL in neon yellow, peach or blue!! Ill advertise for you !!
STARK TREES BEAR FRUIT
Will not purchase from Stark Brothers again.
Mr. KB
Wanted a white peach tree for grandchildren’s school. Experience with white peach tree purchased years ago was positive.
I love peaches!
cherry trees sold out, but we live in Ga. so peaches for everyone
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