The peaches of New York

by U. P. Hedrick

"30647[25]—From Khotan, Chinese Turkestan. A nectarine called Togatch Moneck."

"30648[26]—From Guma, Chinese Turkestan. A small late variety of nectarine, white in color, of fresh, sweet taste and good keeping qualities."

White flesh.—"27111[27]—Chinese name Ta po tao. A large white peach, native in Shantung Province, China (Chefoo district)."

"30324[28]—From Khotan, Chinese Turkestan. A peach called Ak-shabdalah. Fruits large, white, juicy, and aromatic; an early ripener."

"30337[29]—From Shagra-bazar, Chinese Turkestan. A peach called Kok-shabdalah. Fruits medium large, of greenish-white color; taste sweet; medium late; not a keeper."

"30338[30]—From Yarkand, Chinese Turkestan. A peach called Taka-shabdalah. Fruits very large, of whitish color with a slight blush; late in ripening; can be kept for several weeks."

"30339[31]—From Karawag, Chinese Turkestan. A peach called Ak-shabdalah. Fruits large, white in color; flavor very sweet and pleasing; early in ripening."

"17167[32]—From Tung-chow. A large, white peach, considered a fine fruit by the Chinese. Non-melting flesh."

"20239[33]—From Kirin. A pale colored, medium-sized peach. Kirin is the most northern locality where I have as yet found peaches."

"27111[34]—Chinese name Tah-buy-tower. A large white peach native in Shantung Province, China."