TEXAS PEACH BUYERS GUIDE
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CLING PEACH
Peaches whose flesh clings to the pit and generally ripen in May.
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SEMI-FREESTONE PEACH
Peaches that aren't quite as clingy and usually ripen in early June
FREESTONE PEACH
Peach whose flesh readily separates from the pit, and generally ripens in June and July.
Although a bright red blush gives a peach its attractive appearance, it is the progression of the background color from green to cream or yellow that is the best indication of a ripe, flavorful peach.
A firm-ripe peach, which gives only slightly when gently squeezed, is best for canning, freezing, or storing without bruising.
A soft-ripe peach is excellent for eating immediately and making ice cream or jam.
Peaches can be held at room temperature until soft enough to eat, and then refrigerated for up to two weeks.
Three to four medium sized peaches equal a pound.
One bushel of fresh peaches equals 48 pounds and will yield 18-24 quarts if you are canning or freezing.
Growers today most frequently sell their peaches in 1/2 bushel or smaller containers.
"These are the best peaches grown in Texas..."
PEACH RIPENING DATES
May
MAY 10-25
Spring Gold, Regal, Flavorich
MAY 20 - JUNE 5
Carored, June Gold, June Prince, Gold Prince
June
JUNE 5-15
Sentinel, Gala, Southern Pearl (white), Tex Royal
JUNE 10 - 27
Harvester, Cary Mac, Flavorcrest
JUNE 20-30
Majestic
JUNE 25 - JULY 12
Loring, Bounty, Blaze Prince, Scarlet Prince
JUNE 27 - JULY 15
Redglobe
July
JULY 10-25
Dixiland
JULY 15 - 30
Redskin, Ouachita
JULY 25 - AUGUST 5
Jersey Queen, Elberta
August
AUGUST 1 - 12
Flame Prince, O'Henry
AUGUST 10 - 25
Parade, Big Red
OTHER FRUIT VARIETIES
STRAWBERRIES
Availability:
Mid-March to Mid-May
BLACKBERRIES
Availability:
Early May to Mid June
PUMPKINS
Availability:
Late September to November
PLUMS
Availability:
Mid May to Early July
TOMATOES
Availability:
July to October
