Peach ‘Red Peachy’ is a dwarf peach that makes a charming ornamental tree as well as bearing edible fruits. In April, it bears a profusion of showy red blossom held in dense clusters that not only delivers spring impact but offers a banquet to hungry pollinators emerging from winter hibernation. Small, light yellow fruits with red blotches become sweet and fully mature in August/September. It makes a neat specimen for a large container on a balcony or terrace and its petite size also suits small garden borders. Self-fertile, it doesn’t require a pollination partner. Peach ‘Red Peachy’ is slow-growing and requires only minimal pruning – simply pinch out the new shoot tips in spring to keep the tree small and bushy. Height: 1.5m (4.9ft). Spread: 75cm (2.4ft).
Growing Information
Plant peach trees in rich fertile, well drained soil in a sheltered, sunny position. A south facing position is preferable to provide protection from damaging frosts. If planting into containers, the diameter of the container should be at least 50cm (20in) – use John Innes no.3 compost. Prior to planting in the open ground, incorporate plenty of well rotted manure or garden compost into the planting hole. If the tree is to be bush trained then drive a stake into the ground prior to planting. Staking after planting may result in damage to the root ball. For wall trained peaches attach support wires to the wall prior to planting. Plant fruit trees at their original soil level and firm them into the ground. Fasten the tree to the stake or support wires, and water well.
