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Peach Trees - Redskin
USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8.
Description
The Redskin Peach (Prunus persica 'Redskin') is a stunning, freestone peach variety renowned for its vibrant red skin and sweet, flavorful flesh. This early-season peach is perfect for those looking to enjoy delicious, juicy peaches right at the beginning of the summer. With its excellent flavor and firm texture, the Redskin Peach is perfect for fresh eating, baking, or canning, making it a favorite among home gardeners and fruit enthusiasts.
Unique Features:
- Vibrant Red Skin: Features a striking, deep red skin that contrasts beautifully with its yellow flesh.
- Sweet, Juicy Flavor: Known for its sweet, balanced flavor with a slight tang, ideal for fresh eating or use in desserts.
- Freestone Flesh: The pit separates easily from the flesh, making it easy to prepare for culinary uses.
- Early Ripening: One of the earliest peaches to ripen, bringing peaches to your table in the first days of summer.
- Disease Resistance: The Redskin Peach is resistant to common peach tree diseases, ensuring a healthy and productive tree.
Mature Size:
- Height: 15–20 feet
- Spread: 12–15 feet
USDA Hardiness Zones:
- Zones 5–8
Chill Hours:
- Requires 750 chill hours, making it ideal for the Southeast, Mid-Atlantic, central and lower Midwest
Fruit Description:
- Size: Medium to large peaches, typically around 2 ½ inches in diameter.
- Skin: Bright red skin with a yellow background.
- Flesh: Firm, juicy, and sweet yellow flesh.
- Stone Type: Freestone, making it easy to remove the pit for culinary uses.
Care Instructions:
- Light: Requires full sun for the best fruit production and healthy growth.
- Soil: Prefers well-drained, slightly acidic soil for optimal growth.
- Water: Water deeply and regularly, especially during dry spells and when the tree is fruiting. Avoid over-watering to prevent root rot.
- Pruning: Prune annually in late winter to remove dead or damaged wood and improve air circulation, promoting healthy growth.
- Fertilizer: Apply a balanced fertilizer in early spring to encourage vigorous growth and fruiting.
- Pests/Disease: Monitor for common pests such as aphids and caterpillars. Treat as necessary with organic insecticides. Maintain good air circulation to prevent fungal diseases.
The Redskin Peach is a beautiful and reliable early-season peach variety that combines excellent flavor, attractive color, and ease of care. Whether for fresh eating, baking, or canning, this peach delivers sweetness and texture, making it a must-have for any backyard orchard.
More Information: Peach Growing Guide
Shipping
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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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