At Dickey Farms, growing the perfect Georgia peach isn’t just a job. To us, it’s a calling. For more than 125 years, our family has nurtured the art and science of peach farming right here in the heart of Georgia. With a deep respect for the land and generations of skills passed down as a family tradition, we grow each peach with care.
Every step of the planting and harvesting process reflects our passion. We believe great peaches start with a commitment to quality, and we have built our farm around that value.
Why Is Georgia the Best Place to Grow Peaches?
Why is Georgia known for peaches? Georgia peaches are world-famous in part because of the peach-growing conditions here. Our warm days, cool nights and well-drained soil help bring out the best flavor and texture in each fruit. The balance of heat and humidity creates the right conditions to develop juicy, sweet peaches with a signature Georgia aroma.
In addition, tradition plays a role. Peach farming has been part of the state’s heritage for centuries, so the best ways to grow the perfect peach have been passed down from generation to generation. Places like Musella — home to Dickey Farms — offer a uniquely ideal microclimate that we believe you can taste in every bite.
What Are the Best Growing Conditions?
Peaches thrive in areas with mild winters and long, warm growing seasons. They need full sun, good airflow and slightly acidic soil. A sufficient period of cooler temperatures during winter allows the trees to rest and reset, which is essential for a strong bloom in the spring.
At Dickey Farms, we pay close attention to every detail, from selecting the right peach varieties for our region to managing soil health and irrigation.
The Journey From Planting the Seed to Harvesting
How do peaches grow? It begins with planting young trees and giving them a few seasons to mature. Each spring, blossoms cover the orchards and mark the start of the growing cycle.
Over the summer, fruit begins to form and ripen. We monitor each tree closely, protecting the peaches from pests and nurturing them with the right amount of water and sun. By early summer, the orchard comes alive with color. Then, it’s time to harvest.
Our peaches are handpicked at peak ripeness, packed with flavor and ready to be shipped across the country.
What Sets Dickey Farms Peaches Apart?
There’s something special about a Dickey Farms peach. Maybe it’s the way our team cares for every tree, or the way we’ve kept things traditional through five generations of peach farming. Maybe it’s the historic packing house — the oldest, continuously operating one in the state.
Whatever it is, we’re proud to offer peaches that taste like the very best of summer. You can enjoy them fresh, send them as a gift or order in bulk for canning, dehydrating or freezing.
Order online, call us at 478-313-4772 or stop by the farm. We’d love to share the flavor of Georgia with you.
