Agriculture Reference
In-Depth Information
Notes:
The large to very large yellow, red-blushed fruits have firm,
freestone, subacid, white flesh. Ripens in mid-season. Popular in the
northeastern United States. Requires 700-800 chilling hours.
La Feliciana
Climate Zones:
Zones 7-8
Notes:
The medium-sized to large fruit has firm, freestone flesh with
excellent flavor. Ripens in late mid-season. Medium-chilling (550
hours). Popular in California, Louisiana, and Texas.
Loring
Climate Zones:
Zones 6-8
Notes:
The large to very large fruits have yellow, freestone flesh with
red around the pit. Not as attractive to consumers as red-skinned vari-
eties. Suitable for fresh use, freezing, and canning, but the flesh can be
soft. Ripens in late mid-season to late season. Resistant to bacterial
spot. A reliable producer and widely recommended.
Madison
Climate Zones:
Zones 5-8
Notes:
The medium-sized, firm fruits have yellow, freestone flesh with
fine texture and excellent dessert quality. Ripens in late mid-season.
