Intrepid Peach Tree

A great little book for keeping fruit bearing trees small and manageable is Grow a Little Fruit Tree by Ann Ralph. I bought it used but only because I didn't realize Stark Bros sells it until after my order arrived. I realized keeping it small was important when I noticed how tall and out of reach a neighbors Contender peach grew in a year.

Yes, I would say it can be. If you live in the eastern half of the United States, you will still probably have to spray your tree, but I believe you can do that organically. I don't have experience growing this (or any peach) in the western U.S. or overseas.

This has a firm texture when eating. We do not have any reports on them being "chewy." I have also sent this to other individuals who may have purchased this who could help answer.

Yes! You need to thin the fruit for a number of reasons. This article will be a great help, and you will have a much better crop if you follow the advice: https://www.starkbros.com/growing-guide/article/4-benefits-thinning-fruit-trees

Gina,
I recall it was late, no issue in Northern PA even with a cold spring.
Tree is very robust and fruit was large and nicely sweet, Looking forward to next spring as my trees are young. Coming up on 4th year in the field, growing nicely.
hope that helps.

We appreciate you reaching out to us. This is currently only offered in a standard size. This will reach 12-15 feet in maturity.

If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!

t's possible your peach tree hasn't leafed out due to a few factors. Mild winters can sometimes prevent the tree from breaking dormancy properly, and late frosts could also damage the emerging buds. If you can, check the tree's root system for signs of damage or rot, and consider the possibility of peach tree short life, a disease.

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This is a common fungal disease that affects peaches and nectarines. Leaf curl can severely inhibit fruit production. Disease fungi overwinter underneath the bark, around buds and in other protected areas. During cool, wet spring weather, the spores infect new leaves as they emerge from the buds. Later, the fungus produces millions of new spores, which are splashed or blown from tree to tree.

Symptoms: Leaf curl shows up in the spring as reddish areas on new leaves, which then thicken and crinkle, causing them to “curl.” Spray the whole tree after most all of leaves have dropped in the fall, and again in the early spring, just before buds open.

Control: Manual
Select resistant varieties whenever possible.
Keep the ground free of leaves and debris, especially over the winter.
Prune and destroy infected plant parts as soon as you see them.

Control: Natural Spray
Monterey Liquid Copper Fungicide
Monterey Fruit Tree Spray Plus
Monterey Horticultural Oil

You can grow almost anything in a container! This excellent article will answer your questions and provide good advice. Please see "Growing Fruit Trees in Containers" //www.starkbros.com/growing-guide/article/fruit-trees-in-containers-pt1