
Elberta Peach
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$45.00
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Prunus persica 'Elberta' (Standard)
Tree bears crops of large, attractive yellow fruit with a splash of crimson. A famed peach for canning. Juicy, evenly yellow flesh is great for fresh-eating as well as freezing and canning for extended enjoyment. Ripens in September
Originates from Marshallville, Georgia in 1870. Free stone
Self-pollinating *Deer May Browse*
Photo courtesy of Bottoms Nursery in Concord, GA
Ornamental Characteristics | |
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Category | Fruit Tree |
Foliage Type | Deciduous |
Height | 20' - 25' |
Spread | 15' - 20' |
Shape | Upright & Rounded |
Primary Foliage Color | Green |
Seasonal Foliage Color | Sheds its leaves during colder months |
Flowering Season | Spring |
Flower Color | Pretty Pink |
Pollinator Friendly |
Yes |
Environmental Characteristics | |
Growth Rate | Moderate to Fast |
Sun Preferences | Full Sun |
Water Preferences | Average: Ensure planting area provides adequate drainage. |
Cold Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |