Elberta Peach Tree Prunus persica 'Elberta' Deciduous fruiting tree Self-pollinating Grown in Oregon 5 gallon pot Retail size: 4-5ft tall (3 years old) Height: 20 feet Spread: 20 feet Sunlight: Hardiness Zone: 5a Other Names: Common Peach Description: A lovely fruit tree, bearing firm, juicy yellow freestone peaches flushed with red; quite ornamental, with amazing pink flowers in spring; susceptible to late spring freezes and disease, needs full sun and well-drained soil Edible Qualities Elberta Peach is a small tree that is typically grown for its edible qualities. It produces large yellow round fruit (technically 'drupes') with a red blush and yellow flesh which are usually ready for picking from mid to late summer. Note that the fruits have hard inedible pits inside which must be removed before eating or processing. The fruits have a sweet taste and a juicy texture. The fruit are most often used in the following ways: Fresh Eating Cooking Baking Preserves Canning Planting & Growing: Find more info here!
