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Elberta Peach - Prunus persica

Elberta Peach

Prunus persica 'Elberta'
Zones: 5 - 9

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The Elberta Peach Grows in zones 5 - 9
  • Produces juicy, yellow freestone fruit with a crimson blush—ideal for eating, canning, freezing and jam making
  • Yields ripe fruit typically from late July to early August, though may be 4–6 weeks later in colder climates
  • Is self-fertile but provides a better crop when planted in multiples
  • Begins to bear large crops at ages 3–4 and reaches full potential at ages 8–12
  • Blooms in the spring, with a profusion of dark pink to purple flowers
  • Is available in standard and dwarf sizes; dwarf trees should be staked to help them bear the weight of the fruit and prevent leaning
  • Has a chill hours (CU) requirement of 800–950 (chill hours are the average hours of air temperature between 32° and 45° F in a typical winter season)
  • Grows in a rounded shape
Pricing Information

Tree Details

Shape

Rounded

Growth Speed

Fast

Scientific Name

Prunus persica 'Elberta'

Mature Height

8' - 25'

Mature Spread

10' - 20'

Highlights

The Elberta peach holds its own as one of the most popular peach trees. Notorious for its sweet, succulent fruit with the tell-tale blush covering its skin when perfectly ripe, this tree is a commercial success in markets and roadside stands across much of the United States.

It is known to thrive in at least 28 states and is favored by growers due to its vigorous growth, steady production of fruit, self-fertile nature and compact size. The Elberta peach is also available in dwarf size for urban and suburban locations.

Sun Preference

Full Sun

Soil Preference

Sandy, Well Drained

Wildlife Value

The fruit of peach trees are attractive to birds and squirrels.

History/Lore

This variety of peach was first introduced to the world around 1875 by Samuel H. Rumph. The tree, which first grew in his family’s orchard in Macon County, Georgia, was a result of an Early Crawford pollenating a Chinese Cling. A visitor had asked the name of the variety. Because Rumph had no answer, she promptly named it after his wife (Clara Elberta Moore).

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