UF Blaze
Tree Characteristics
| Chilling requirement | Low(<400) |
| Vigour | Strong |
| Growth habit | Semi spreading |
| Crotch angles | Medium |
| Tree size | Large |
| Flowering | 3rd week July (Riebeeck Kasteel, Western Cape) |
| Full bloom | 1st week Aug (Riebeeck Kasteel, Western Cape) |
| Flower shape | Showy |
| Pollen compatibility | Self Compatible |
| Bearing habit | Spurs / shoots |
| Disease susceptibility (Normal sprays) | Normal |
Thinning
| Pollinator | - |
| Fruit set | Good |
| Blossom or fruit | Blossom |
| Intensity of flowers | Meduim to high |
Fruit Characteristics
| Harvest date (first pick) | 1st week Nov (Riebeeck Kasteel, Western Cape) |
| Control cultivar | UF Sun |
| Production (kg/tree) | High (20kg/tree) |
| Fruit size distribution | 62mm |
| Shape | Flat round |
| Skin colour | Yellow with red over colour |
| Flesh colour | Yellow |
| Eating quality | Very Good |
| Texture | Non melting |
| Storage ability | Good |
Info
| Released to industry | Restricted |
| Fruit type | Peaches |
| Selection No | - |
| Usage | Fresh |
| Origin | University of Florida |
| Owner | Florida University |
| S.A. License | SAPO Trust |
| PBR Granted | Valid PBR |