Peach – Blackburn Elberta

Description

Peach – Blackburn Elberta

Prunus persica

Yellow flesh, freestone

HEIGHT: 2.0-5.0m

WIDTH: 

*height & width at maturity

FRUIT: Large round fruit, the skin has a deep pink blush over cream background, juicy white flesh with a very good flavour.

POLLINATION: Self Pollinating. This variety is used to pollinate J.H.Hale.

MATURITY: Mid February (Late Season)

DESCRIPTION: Reliable bearer. Used for fresh fruit, stewing or drying.

TOLERANCES: 

TREE CARE: Plant in a sunny position with well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilise when planting and again after new growth appears. Prune tree when planting to encourage new growth.

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