Peach 'Frost'

Prunus persica 'Frost'

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Characteristics:
The Frost peach is a medium-sized, cold-hardy tree ideal for regions with harsh winters. It is highly resistant to peach leaf curl, requiring minimal intervention for disease management. Known for its sweet, juicy fruit with tender, melting flesh and a red-blushed yellow skin, the Frost peach ripens in mid-to-late summer. Requires annual summer pruning once mature to maintain round form and air circulation for fungal disease prevention.

Growing Conditions:
The Frost peach tree thrives in full sun, requiring at least six hours of direct sunlight daily for optimal growth and fruit production. It prefers well-drained, fertile soil. Adding compost or organic matter can improve soil fertility and support healthy tree development.

Uses:
Well-suited for home orchards and versatile for fresh eating, baking, and preserving

Height:
15-20' at maturity

Width:
15-20' at maturity

Shape:
Round

Flowers:
Pink blooms in spring

Leaves:
Alternate; smooth with serrated edges that taper to a point.

Bark:
Young bark is reddish-brown to light brown, maturing to a grayish-brown with a scaly appearance.

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