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Gleason Early Elberta Peach
Prunus persica 'Gleason Early Elberta'
Pronunciation: PROO-nus PER-see-kuh
SKU #06143
LIGHT:
Full sun
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Grows 20 to 25 ft. tall and wide; easily kept smaller with annual pruning.
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| Description | After a showy spring display of fragrant pink flowers, this improved variety produces delicious freestone peaches, two weeks earlier than its parent, Elberta. One of the few yellow peaches that ripens well when picked slightly green, and with excellent flavor. Grafted onto semi-dwarf Nemaguard understock. Recommended chill: 750 - 800 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier |
| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Blackberry (Rubus); Plum (Prunus salicina); Apricot (Prunus armeniaca); Lavender (Lavandula); Strawberry (Fragaria) |
| Care Instructions | Provide full sun and fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established reduce frequency. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches, and fertilize in late winter before blooms emerge. Thin young fruit to increase mature fruit size. |
| History | Developed in Utah and introduced by Stark Nurseries in 1906, |
Details
| Description | After a showy spring display of fragrant pink flowers, this improved variety produces delicious freestone peaches, two weeks earlier than its parent, Elberta. One of the few yellow peaches that ripens well when picked slightly green, and with excellent flavor. Grafted onto semi-dwarf Nemaguard understock. Recommended chill: 750 - 800 hours. Deciduous. |
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| Bloom Time | Early spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Special Features | Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Container, Espalier |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Foliage Fall Color | Orange |
| Companion Plants | Blackberry (Rubus); Plum (Prunus salicina); Apricot (Prunus armeniaca); Lavender (Lavandula); Strawberry (Fragaria) |
Care
| Care Instructions | Provide full sun and fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established reduce frequency. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches, and fertilize in late winter before blooms emerge. Thin young fruit to increase mature fruit size. |
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History
| History | Developed in Utah and introduced by Stark Nurseries in 1906, |
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Frequently asked questions
Does Gleason Early Elberta Peach produce flowers?
Early spring
Is Gleason Early Elberta Peach evergreen or deciduous?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach is Deciduous.
What are the special features of Gleason Early Elberta Peach?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach is Fall Color, Showy Fruit, Edible, Attracts Pollinators, Benefits Birds.
How fast does Gleason Early Elberta Peach grow?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach has a Moderate growth rate.
Where can I use Gleason Early Elberta Peach in my landscape?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach is suitable for: Container, Espalier.
What color are Gleason Early Elberta Peach flowers?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach produces Pink flowers.
What color is the foliage of Gleason Early Elberta Peach?
Gleason Early Elberta Peach has Green foliage.
What plants grow well with Gleason Early Elberta Peach?
Good companion plants for Gleason Early Elberta Peach include: Blackberry (Rubus); Plum (Prunus salicina); Apricot (Prunus armeniaca); Lavender (Lavandula); Strawberry (Fragaria).
How do I care for Gleason Early Elberta Peach?
Provide full sun and fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established reduce frequency. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches, and fertilize in late winter before blooms emerge. Thin young fruit to increase mature fruit size.
What is the history of Gleason Early Elberta Peach?
Developed in Utah and introduced by Stark Nurseries in 1906,
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