5ft 'Alfred' Peach Tree | 1 Years Old

Name: 5ft 'Alfred' Peach Tree | 1 Years Old
Brand: Winters Hill
SKU: shopify_GB_15178769400187_55626531242363
Price: 35.99 GBP
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Enjoy abundant yields from this robust apricot, bred for the UK climate.
Savour deliciously sweet, juicy apricots with rich orange skin and flesh - far superior to shop-bought fruit. Perfect for eating fresh, desserts, or smoothies.
Grow as a standalone tree in a sunny, sheltered spot, or train as an elegant fan against a wall or fence.
Harvest your homegrown apricots in late July.
Enjoy beautiful white to blush-pink blossoms in April and May.
Attracts bees and other pollinators, bringing your garden to life.
Its compact, manageable height of 3.6m makes it ideal for smaller gardens or large patio containers.
Arrives expertly pruned to encourage a strong, bushy shape and prevent legginess.

Species: Apricot
Flower Colour: White, pink-tinged spring blossom
Flowering Time: March
Harvest Time: July, August
Position: Full sun
Soil: Best in well drained, loamy soil. Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but may struggle in poorly draining soil.
Hardiness: H4 - May require some protection from very late frosts as this can damage the flowers and reduce the fruit yield for that year.
Habit: An upright tree with a bushy habit
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 3.6m unless pruned
Fertility: Self fertile. Produces a crop without needing fertilisation from other trees.
Tasting Notes: Rich and aromatic
Uses: Eating, cooking, preserving

Planting Time: November to March
Spacing: Plant 3m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Water every other day for the first few months, then reduce to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, water only during dry spells. When watering, give a good soaking rather than little and often to encourage deep root growth.
Feeding: No feeding required. If your soil is poor quality, mix in some compost when planting.
Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields and prevent disease.
Pests & Diseases: Shows good resistance to pests and diseases. Aphids and caterpillars can be washed away with soapy water. Protect fruit from birds with netting. Reduce the risk of bacterial canker by pruning to improve airflow and removing rotting organic matter nearby.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Tree in 9L Pot
Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. pot
Eventual Height: Grows to a height of approx 3.6m
Rootstock: Grown on Montclare rootstock, which limits the tree's height, making it ideal for smaller spaces.
Time to First Crop: You may see your first apricots after 2 years but should not expect substantial crops for another 2-3 years after that.

Highlights

Enjoy abundant yields from this robust apricot, bred for the UK climate.
Savour deliciously sweet, juicy apricots with rich orange skin and flesh - far superior to shop-bought fruit. Perfect for eating fresh, desserts, or smoothies.
Grow as a standalone tree in a sunny, sheltered spot, or train as an elegant fan against a wall or fence.
Harvest your homegrown apricots in late July.
Enjoy beautiful white to blush-pink blossoms in April and May.
Attracts bees and other pollinators, bringing your garden to life.
Its compact, manageable height of 3.6m makes it ideal for smaller gardens or large patio containers.
Arrives expertly pruned to encourage a strong, bushy shape and prevent legginess.

Variety Specifications

Species: Apricot
Flower Colour: White, pink-tinged spring blossom
Flowering Time: March
Harvest Time: July, August
Position: Full sun
Soil: Best in well drained, loamy soil. Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but may struggle in poorly draining soil.
Hardiness: H4 - May require some protection from very late frosts as this can damage the flowers and reduce the fruit yield for that year.
Habit: An upright tree with a bushy habit
Eventual Spread: Spreads approx 3.6m unless pruned
Fertility: Self fertile. Produces a crop without needing fertilisation from other trees.
Tasting Notes: Rich and aromatic
Uses: Eating, cooking, preserving

Planting & Care

Planting Time: November to March
Spacing: Plant 3m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: Water in thoroughly when planting. Water every other day for the first few months, then reduce to twice a week until autumn. In the second year, water only during dry spells. When watering, give a good soaking rather than little and often to encourage deep root growth.
Feeding: No feeding required. If your soil is poor quality, mix in some compost when planting.
Pruning: Prune each winter to maintain a productive shape, improve yields and prevent disease.
Pests & Diseases: Shows good resistance to pests and diseases. Aphids and caterpillars can be washed away with soapy water. Protect fruit from birds with netting. Reduce the risk of bacterial canker by pruning to improve airflow and removing rotting organic matter nearby.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: Tree in 9L Pot
Height on Arrival: 120-150cm inc. pot
Eventual Height: Grows to a height of approx 3.6m
Rootstock: Grown on Montclare rootstock, which limits the tree's height, making it ideal for smaller spaces.
Time to First Crop: You may see your first apricots after 2 years but should not expect substantial crops for another 2-3 years after that.