July Elberta Peach Tree (Prunus persica ‘July Elberta’)

Sun Needs:

• Full sun (6–8 hours daily)
• Requires good air circulation and protection from late frosts

Bloom Time:

• Mid spring
• Fruit ripens in late July

Size:

Height: 15 to 30 feet

Width: 15 to 30 feet

Attributes:

• Large, freestone peaches with bright red skin and golden-yellow flesh
• Sweet, juicy flavor with a small pit
• Self-pollinating
• Heat-tolerant and productive
• Hardy in USDA Zones 5–9
• Fragrant pink blossoms in spring
• Excellent for fresh eating, baking, and preserving

Care Tips:

• Plant in well-drained, sandy or loamy soil (pH 5.0–7.0)
• Water regularly, especially during fruit development
• Mulch to retain moisture and suppress weeds
• Fertilize in early spring with a balanced fertilizer
• Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage new growth
• Thin fruit in early summer to improve size and prevent limb breakages

Pest Watch:

• Monitor for peach leaf curl, brown rot, peach scab, and peach tree borers
• Use dormant oil spray in late winter to reduce pest pressure
• Netting may be needed to protect ripening fruit from birds