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Elberta Peach

Fruit tree

Prunus persica 'Elberta'

Overview
The classic American peach that defined what a perfect peach should taste like for over a century. This freestone variety produces large, fuzzy peaches with golden skin blushed with red and incredibly juicy, sweet flesh that epitomizes summer. Elberta remains the gold standard for home peach growing due to its exceptional flavor and reliable production.
Planting
Plant bare-root or container trees in early spring. Choose location with good air circulation and cold protection.
Growing
Sun: full. Water: high. Soil pH: 6–7. Space plants 240" apart. Germination: Not applicable (grafted).
Pests & diseases
Common pests: Oriental fruit moth, peach tree borer, aphids, scale. Common diseases: Peach leaf curl, brown rot, bacterial spot, powdery mildew.