Eldorado Miniature Peach Tree
Description
About the Eldorado Miniature Peach Tree
Transform your landscape with the charm of Eldorado Miniature Peach – perfect for small gardens! Renowned for its exceptional quality and richly flavored fruit, this compact tree only grows to about 4-5 feet in height. With showy blooms and edible fruit, this miniature peach tree will have you joining the edible landscaping movement! Harvesting early to mid-June, the Eldorado features yellow freestone fruit with an attractive red blush, creating a visual delight.
Originating in Orange, CA, this classic Jackson & Perkins variety is a result of meticulous breeding by Fedor Wassiliew. With medium-sized, great-tasting fruit and red-blushed skin, the Eldorado is a dwarf tree that has been proven to exhibit good vigor and high productivity. Its semi-double flowers add ornamental charm, making it an excellent choice for home gardens.
How to Grow the Eldorado Miniature Peach Tree
Make the Eldorado Miniature Peach Tree a focal point in your landscape, with its stunning frilly pink flowers and delicious yellow-fleshed, red-blushed peaches. Ideal for containers, balconies, patios, or even rooftop gardens, this tree requires minimal care and offers maximum rewards.
Plant in a full sun location with at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. The Eldorado thrives in well-drained, slightly acidic soil with a sandy-loam medium. Ensure consistent moisture, especially in pots or containers, and maintain average moisture throughout the growing season. Thriving in zones 6-9, this miniature peach tree requires about 500 chill hours.
Prune to maintain an open canopy, allowing sunlight and airflow to reach the tree’s interior. This dwarf peach tree is self-fertile, making it an easy-to-grow and rewarding addition to your home orchard. Radiating both aesthetic charm and practicality, the Eldorado stands as a low-maintenance masterpiece!
Characteristics
Bloom Color | Pink |
Fruit Color | Yellow |
Fruit Size | Medium |
Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
Ripens/Harvest | June |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 6.5 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Juicy |
Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
Zone Range | 6 - 9 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
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