Peach tree `P.F. 24-007`

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of peach Prunus pessica, tree having the following unique combination of desirable features: 1. The new and distinct variety of peach tree is of moderate upright growth and a regular and productive bearer of large peaches having a diameter of between about 21/2" and 3". 2. Producing a very firm fruit having a resilient flesh texture. 3. Blossoms are partially showy when in full bloom. 4. A substantially spherical fruit with skin of lavender-red color overlying a light to whitish yellow at maturity. 5. Mid-season maturing fruit of good taste. 6. A mid-season maturing fruit of good storage and shelf life.

What is claimed is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of peach tree substantially as illustrated and described as a large size tree, a consistent bearer of lavender-red colored, large fruit for the mid-season peach growing season, said fruit at maturity being of spherical shape with firm flesh.