Flavourcrest Peach (Prunus persica ‘Flavourcrest’) is a popular modern variety known for its early ripening, vibrant colour, and rich, tangy-sweet flavour. Developed in the United States and widely grown in Australia, this freestone peach produces medium to large fruit with a deep red blush over yellow skin. The yellow flesh is firm and juicy—excellent for eating fresh or preserving. It’s a vigorous, reliable tree that crops heavily and offers superb fruit quality in temperate regions.
- Uses: Eating fresh, preserving, desserts, drying
- Pollination: Self-pollinating
- Harvest: Early season, late November to early December
- Chill requirements: About 700–800 chill hours; ideal for temperate climates
- Size: About 3.5 m high × 3.5 m wide
- Attributes: Heavy and consistent cropper, vigorous, reliable performance
- Features: Freestone, deep red blush, early ripening, excellent flavour and texture
References include:
Layne, D.R., & Bassi, D. (2008). The Peach: Botany, Production and Uses. CABI Publishing.
