Stark® Sensation™ Miniature Peach Tree
Description
Full-size peaches from a miniature tree! Grow big, sweet peaches for eating fresh, canning, freezing or baking. Fruit has a red-blushed skin over tender yellow flesh. Plant tree in an 18- to 24-inch container or a small sunny space in your yard. In colder zones, provide winter protection (e.g. bring containers indoors; mulching over roots). Originates from LeGrand, California in 1975, introduced by Stark Bro’s in 1980s. Cold-hardy. Freestone. Ripens in mid July. Self-pollinating.
Characteristics
Bloom Color | Pink |
Fruit Color | Red |
Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
Ripens/Harvest | Mid July |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained - Average Moistness |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Firm |
Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
Zone Range | 4 - 8 |
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
4 - 8
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. You'll get fruit with only one plant!
Tools & Supplies
Having the proper tools and supplies when growing your own can make the difference between a good harvest and a great harvest! Here's a list that our experts recommend for this variety.
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow peach trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.