5ft Duke of York' Peach Tree | Bare Root | 2 Years Old

Name: 5ft Duke of York' Peach Tree | Bare Root | 2 Years Old
Brand: Winters Hill
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An exceptionally dependable white-fleshed peach, perfect for UK gardens.
Enjoy wonderfully fragrant fruit with a smooth, sweet taste.
Grows as a compact tree, reaching up to 3m - ideal for smaller spaces.
Recognised by the RHS as a magnet for bees and butterflies.
Harvest your own delicious peaches in August.
Thrives in full sun, best planted against a south or west-facing wall.

Species: Peach
Features: Self fertile. Produces a crop without needing fertilisation from other trees.
Flowering Time: March
Harvest Time: August
Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
Flower Colour: Pink blossom in spring
Position: Full sun
Location: Suitable for pots
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 2.5-4m unless pruned
Habit: An upright tree with a bushy habit
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) - May require some protection from very late frosts as this can damage the flowers. This won't cause lasting damage to the tree but will reduce the yield of fruit that year.
Pest & Disease Resistance: Shows some resistance to the main pest and diseases for Peaches. Has a good resistance to Peach leaf curl, although not full resistance so you should still keep an eye out for it.
Soil Type: Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but prefers well drained, loamy soils. If your soil is heavy or sandy, mix in some perlite or fine horticultural grit when planting, to improve drainage.
Tasting Notes: Mellow, sweet and aromatic
Uses: Eating fresh, cooking, preserves

Planting: Plant 1m apart to allow for spreading. If your soil is poor quality, mix in some compost when planting.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. For bare root trees, you won't need to water regularly going forward, only in dry spells when the leaves start to wilt and droop. When watering, it is better to give a good soaking less frequently than little and often, as this encourages the roots to grow down into the ground.
Feeding: Peach trees get all the nutrients they need from the soil - no extra feeding is required unless your soil is very poor.
Pruning: Some pruning should be done each winter to ensure that your peach tree maintains a productive shape. This can improve yields and prevent disease by improving airflow.
Pest & Disease: To reduce the risk of bacterial canker, prune to improve airflow and remove rotting organic matter nearby. You may see some damage from aphids and caterpillars, which can both be washed away with soapy water.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: 120-150cm Bare Root Tree
Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. roots
Rootstock: Grown on Montclare rootstock. This limits the tree's height, making it ideal for smaller spaces. It can also be trained to a smaller size by pruning or by restricting the roots in a pot.
Eventual Height: Reaches an eventual height of around 3m unless pruned.
Time to First Crop: You may see your first Peaches after 2 years but should not expect substantial crops for another 2-3 years after that.

Highlights

An exceptionally dependable white-fleshed peach, perfect for UK gardens.
Enjoy wonderfully fragrant fruit with a smooth, sweet taste.
Grows as a compact tree, reaching up to 3m - ideal for smaller spaces.
Recognised by the RHS as a magnet for bees and butterflies.
Harvest your own delicious peaches in August.
Thrives in full sun, best planted against a south or west-facing wall.

Variety Specifications

Species: Peach
Features: Self fertile. Produces a crop without needing fertilisation from other trees.
Flowering Time: March
Harvest Time: August
Planting Time: January, February, March, November, December
Flower Colour: Pink blossom in spring
Position: Full sun
Location: Suitable for pots
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 2.5-4m unless pruned
Habit: An upright tree with a bushy habit
Hardiness: Hardy (H4) - May require some protection from very late frosts as this can damage the flowers. This won't cause lasting damage to the tree but will reduce the yield of fruit that year.
Pest & Disease Resistance: Shows some resistance to the main pest and diseases for Peaches. Has a good resistance to Peach leaf curl, although not full resistance so you should still keep an eye out for it.
Soil Type: Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but prefers well drained, loamy soils. If your soil is heavy or sandy, mix in some perlite or fine horticultural grit when planting, to improve drainage.
Tasting Notes: Mellow, sweet and aromatic
Uses: Eating fresh, cooking, preserves

Planting & Care

Planting: Plant 1m apart to allow for spreading. If your soil is poor quality, mix in some compost when planting.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. For bare root trees, you won't need to water regularly going forward, only in dry spells when the leaves start to wilt and droop. When watering, it is better to give a good soaking less frequently than little and often, as this encourages the roots to grow down into the ground.
Feeding: Peach trees get all the nutrients they need from the soil - no extra feeding is required unless your soil is very poor.
Pruning: Some pruning should be done each winter to ensure that your peach tree maintains a productive shape. This can improve yields and prevent disease by improving airflow.
Pest & Disease: To reduce the risk of bacterial canker, prune to improve airflow and remove rotting organic matter nearby. You may see some damage from aphids and caterpillars, which can both be washed away with soapy water.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: 120-150cm Bare Root Tree
Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. roots
Rootstock: Grown on Montclare rootstock. This limits the tree's height, making it ideal for smaller spaces. It can also be trained to a smaller size by pruning or by restricting the roots in a pot.
Eventual Height: Reaches an eventual height of around 3m unless pruned.
Time to First Crop: You may see your first Peaches after 2 years but should not expect substantial crops for another 2-3 years after that.