South Wind®
A-499 cv
A white-fleshed peach from the University of Arkansas. This selection develops an attractive dark red over- color on nearly 60-70% of the fruit surface. The variety is sweet, with a slight amount of acidity. It is firm and juicy with a light pubescence and a non-melting texture. A-499 cv. is moderately resistant to bacterial spot. This clingstone variety typically harvests in the third week of July in Washington State.
Details
| Breeder/Owner: | University of Arkansas |
| Flavor profile: | Sweet, slight acidity, clingstone, light pubescence, non-melting texture, 14 Brix average |
| Color profile: | Strong, dark red overcolor |
| Fruit size: | 70-75 mm |
| Harvest timing: | Third week in July in WA State |
| Disease resistance: | Moderately resistant to bacterial spot |
