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Peach Trees - Eva's Pride
USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-10.
Description
The Eva’s Pride Peach (Prunus persica 'Eva’s Pride') is one of the earliest-ripening peach varieties available, prized for its rich flavor, smooth texture, and exceptional performance in warmer climates. With its beautiful red-blushed skin and juicy, yellow flesh, Eva’s Pride is a perfect choice for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. Its low chill requirement makes it especially ideal for gardeners in mild-winter regions eager to enjoy homegrown peaches at the very start of the season.
Unique Features:
• Very Early Ripening: Among the first peaches to ripen—often ready in late spring to early summer.
• Low Chill Requirement: Thrives in warm climates with mild winters; perfect for Southern and coastal gardeners.
• Sweet, Juicy Flesh: Yellow flesh is tender, flavorful, and bursting with juice—excellent for fresh eating.
• Freestone Pit: Freestone variety allows easy removal of the pit for quick snacking and kitchen prep.
• Versatile Use: Great for eating fresh, baking into cobblers and pies, or making peach preserves.
Mature Size:
• Height: 15–20 feet
• Spread: 12–15 feet
• Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Hardiness Zones:
• Zones 6–10 (Performs especially well in Zones 8–10)
Chill Hours:
• Requires only 100–200 chill hours
Fruit Description:
• Size: Medium to large peaches, around 2½ to 3 inches in diameter
• Skin: Golden-yellow skin with a rich red blush
• Flesh: Soft, juicy, sweet yellow flesh with excellent flavor
• Stone Type: Freestone, easy to remove
Care Instructions:
• Light: Requires full sun for optimal fruit development and tree health
• Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil with good fertility
• Water: Water regularly, especially during hot, dry weather and fruiting season; ensure proper drainage
• Pruning: Prune annually in late winter to shape the tree, remove dead wood, and encourage airflow
• Fertilizer: Use a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring to promote healthy growth and fruiting
• Pests/Disease: Watch for peach pests like aphids, borers, and caterpillars; provide good air circulation to prevent fungal problems such as leaf curl and brown rot
The Eva’s Pride Peach is an excellent early-season variety with exceptional flavor, low chill needs, and strong, vigorous growth. For gardeners in warm climates or those wanting the first taste of peach season, this tree offers a sweet, juicy harvest and reliable performance in one easy-to-grow package.
Shipping
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We are now offering $15 flat rate shipping for all tree orders! Replacement tree shipping cost will be $15 per box. We still cannot ship to some states and US territories based off the Agricultural Laws that may be in place. Please see below for all exclusions.
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Trees: Due to strict Agricultural Laws in place, we currently cannot ship to the following states: Alaska, Arizona, California, Hawaii. We cannot ship to Puerto Rico or international.
How to Plant
STEP 2) Once you've located the perfect spot, the hole you are digging must be at least double the width and as deep as the root system you are planting.
STEP 3) Remove the plant from the pot and place the root ball in the hole. The top of the root system should be level with the ground. Before placing the tree or shrub in the hole, use your hands to gently break up the root system.
STEP 4) Once the plant is in place, backfill the hole with native soil and any leftover potting material.
STEP 5) Pack down the soil to eliminate any air pockets.
STEP 6) When finished, water thoroughly.
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