{"product_id":"belle-of-georgia-peach-tree-semi-dwarf","title":"Belle of Georgia Peach Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eBelle of Georgia Peach Tree combines the romance of an old Southern orchard with fruit that still earns its place in modern gardens. In spring, the tree opens clouds of soft pink blossoms; later, its branches carry large peaches with creamy skin, a warm red blush, and firm, juicy white flesh. The flavor is richly sweet and fragrant with a delicate floral quality that distinguishes it from sharper yellow peaches. Enjoyed fresh, each peach has the perfume and tenderness associated with a true heirloom variety, while its firm texture also makes it exceptionally useful for cobblers, preserves, and canning. Belle of Georgia is especially attractive to gardeners who want more than production alone: it brings a recognizable story, seasonal beauty, and the pleasure of harvesting a classic white peach that has delighted home growers for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis vigorous standard tree is a good match for growers with cold enough winters to provide 800–850 chill hours. It performs in USDA zones 5–9 and typically ripens from early to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil, then prune annually to maintain an open canopy with good light and air circulation.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eBelle of Georgia is self-fruitful and productive by itself. A second peach with overlapping bloom can still bring more pollinator traffic to the orchard and may support fruit set; pairing it with a different harvest season also keeps fresh peaches coming longer.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBelle of Georgia Peach Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large, red-blushed white peach with firm, juicy flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, fragrant, floral, and classically peachy\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, canning, preserves, pies, and cobblers\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800–850 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Nemaguard rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Consider \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-loring-semi-dwarf\"\u003eLoring Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for a slightly earlier crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-fairtime-smdwf-tr\"\u003eFairtime Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for a later finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune to an open center and thin fruit early for good size and airflow.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Belle of Georgia was raised by Lewis A. Rumph in Marshallville, Georgia, and introduced through the Rumph family’s influential peach nursery.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39848412282993,"sku":"FT357","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Belle2.jpg?v=1766095835","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/belle-of-georgia-peach-tree-semi-dwarf","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}