Prunus persica Teton de Venus - Peach Tree

The Teton de Venus Peach is an ancient variety that is self-fertile, hardy, and of medium vigour. Its large fruits, about 7.5 cm (3in) in diameter, are pointed and ovate. Their yellow skin, streaked with carmine pink in the sun, covers a white-green, melting, juicy, sweet, and fragrant flesh. The harvest takes place when the fruits are ripe, late in September.

The species name "Persica" was given to the peach because it was thought to originate from Persia. In fact, all cultivated forms are native to northern China. It appeared in Europe in the 6th century and experienced significant development in the 19th century. From then on, numerous selections aiming to improve the fruit's taste qualities took place. 

Like many fruit trees, the Teton de Venus Peach likes light, rich, and deep soils. It does not tolerate excessive water or heavy and compact soils. A sunny location sheltered from the wind will protect the flowering and aid fruiting, even though its late flowering protects it from spring frosts. It is an erect tree with a tall trunk with numerous vertically growing branches, giving it an elegant and slender silhouette. Its deciduous foliage is bright green and emits a slight almond scent. Its has long leaves, 8 to 15 cm (3 to 6in) long and 3 to 4 cm (1 to 2in) wide, with short petioles.

It blooms late, at the end of March and beginning of April, making it suitable for cultivation in northern regions. The flowers are hermaphroditic and self-fertile. The blossom is followed by large fruits, typically consumed fresh, measuring about 7.5 cm (3in) in diameter, with pointed and ovate shape. They have yellow skin, streaked with carmine pink in the sun, covering a white-green, melting, juicy, sweet and fragrant flesh. This tree does not require too much maintenance and tolerates pruning well.

Peaches can be enjoyed raw, cooked, sweetened, salted, flambéed, glazed, or deglazed. They pair very well with wine and certain meats, such as duck. They can be found in numerous recipes, including jams, compotes, and pastries...