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
