Product description
This persica peach tree is perfect for growing your own fruit, producing a reliable crop of peaches, ripe and ready to eat from mid-late summer. The fruits are around 7cm and are perfect for desserts or simply plucking and eating straight from the tree.
In spring, showy flowers appear, lasting a couple of weeks before the leaves unfold. These blooms vary from white to deep pink and arrive just as the garden is bursting back to life, adding colour interest to your garden.
Peach trees are ideal fruit plants for container gardening and grow well in large pots. They tolerate partial shade but flourish best in full sun. Choose a sheltered spot out of string winds and ensure the soil is kept moist but well-drained.
These garden trees tolerate partial shade but flourish best in full sun. Choose a sheltered spot out of string winds and ensure the soil is kept moist but well-drained.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Peach Tree
Peach persica Tree
Peach persica Tree
Product description
This persica peach tree is perfect for growing your own fruit, producing a reliable crop of peaches, ripe and ready to eat from mid-late summer. The fruits are around 7cm and are perfect for desserts or simply plucking and eating straight from the tree.
In spring, showy flowers appear, lasting a couple of weeks before the leaves unfold. These blooms vary from white to deep pink and arrive just as the garden is bursting back to life, adding colour interest to your garden.
Peach trees are ideal fruit plants for container gardening and grow well in large pots. They tolerate partial shade but flourish best in full sun. Choose a sheltered spot out of string winds and ensure the soil is kept moist but well-drained.
These garden trees tolerate partial shade but flourish best in full sun. Choose a sheltered spot out of string winds and ensure the soil is kept moist but well-drained.
Please Note: When purchasing plants, please consider that each live item is unique and may therefore differ from the images shown, which are for illustration purposes only. The plant will be supplied in a growers pot. Depending on season, some plants may be pruned back to encourage growth and deciduous plants may arrive without leaves.
Give your tree the best start
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Prune peach trees annually in late winter or early spring to shape the canopy and encourage healthy growth. Remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches and focus on creating an open, vase-shaped structure to maximise sunlight and airflow. Apply a balanced fertiliser in spring and again after fruiting to ensure robust growth and a bountiful harvest.
How to Water
Water peach trees deeply and regularly, especially during their first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Once established, they require consistent watering, particularly during dry spells and when the fruit is developing. Avoid overwatering, as it can lead to root rot. Water early in the morning to reduce evaporation and minimise the risk of fungal diseases. A good soaking every 7–10 days is usually sufficient for established trees.
How to Plant
To plant a peach tree, choose a sunny, sheltered spot with well-draining soil. Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and deep enough to allow the graft union to sit just above the soil line. Before planting, soak the roots in water for a couple of hours. Position the tree in the hole, backfill with enriched soil, and firm it gently. Water thoroughly to settle the soil and mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, leaving a gap around the trunk to prevent rot.
