Elberta Peach
Prunus persica 'Elberta'
In growth
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In bloom
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Planting Guide
| Spacing | 15-20 ft apart |
|---|---|
| Planting depth | Graft union 2-3 in above soil level |
| Chilling hours | 800-950 |
| Life expectancy | 15-20 years |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Planted | 2023 |
| Bed | To Be Sorted |
Growing Conditions
| Sun | Full Sun |
|---|---|
| Water | Average |
| Soil type | Well-draining, sandy loam |
| Soil pH | 6.0-7.0 |
| Zones | 5-9 |
| Native status | Cultivar |
Appearance
| Type | Tree |
|---|---|
| Leaf | Lanceolate (Long tapering tip) |
| Foliage colour | Green |
| Bloom | Pink |
| Fruit | Drupe |
| Evergreen | Deciduous |
Root System
| System | Taproot Systems |
|---|---|
| Morphology | Mixed Fine & Coarse |
| Function | Mixed Orders |
| Propagation | Grafting, budding |
Wildlife & Safety
| Attracts | Bees, Birds |
|---|---|
| Deer | Not Resistant |
| Toxicity | Toxic to Dogs/Cats |
| Edibility | Edible |
| Companions | Garlic, Marigolds, Alliums |
Where it came from
| Grower | Monrovia |
|---|---|
| Bought at | Kulak's Nursery |
Care
Prune annually in late winter to maintain open center. Thin fruit to prevent branch breaking.
Maintenance
Apply dormant oil spray in late winter to control pests.
Cleanup
Rake up and dispose of fallen leaves and mummified fruit to prevent disease.
Notes
Self-pollinating cultivar. Excellent for fresh eating, canning, and baking.