Grows best in full sun and rich, moist well-drained soils. Donut Peach is self-pollinating (though having another peach variety nearby can increase yields) and has 200-400 hours chill requirement.
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Type: |
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Origins: |
Northwest China |
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Height: |
10’ - 15’ |
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Spread: |
10’ - 15' |
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Spacing: |
10’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
5 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Pink |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: High Maintenance. Needs regular watering. Peaches have a lot of pest and disease issues and need regular spraying to ensure good crop. Potential pests include tree borer, fruit moth, root nematodes, and aphids. Late spring frosts can severely damage flower buds. Fallen fruit can be messy if not harvested.
LANDSCAPE USES: Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Wildlife Garden, Naturalized Areas, Ponds and Streams, Edible Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Rosemary, Strawberry, Pomegranate
IMAGES: Pictures provided by Simpson Nursery TN, Galactica Peach.
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.
