![]() The Peach blossoms are very susceptible to frost, so a season's fruit production may be lost because of a few lower degrees of temperature. It is best to select a high spot in the yard so the cold air can drain away from the trees when they are in bloom. The Peach tree bloom is susceptible to early frosts, so planting a Peach tree in the lowest part of the yard would be counterproductive. There are at least two reasons, soil and sunlight requirements. Selecting a location for planting is important. Raising Peach trees in the backyard is not much different than raising them in an orchard setting. Nature Hills lists suitable pollinator trees for each on that plant's information page. However, for larger crops per tree, plant with an appropriate pollinator tree to increase yield. The Nectarine tends to be a little smaller-sized fruit than a Peach, and it displays more red color on the skin.īoth Peach and Nectarine trees are generally self-fertile and won’t need a pollinator tree. The Nectarine can be used in the same way as a Peach. The main difference is the lack of fuzz on the Nectarine skin. In fact, the Nectarine is closely related to the Peach. Peach fruit and Nectarine fruit are often thought of as totally unique fruits. Fertilization or soil types do not affect the skin colors of either the Peach or the Nectarine. ![]() Yellow-fleshed Peaches tend to be more tangy and acidic. Peach fruit has varying levels of acidity, and generally, the white-fleshed Peach is the least acidic. Some varieties are in between and are known as semi-cling or semi-freestone.Ĭlingstone are sometimes smaller but very juicy and sweet! They’re also traditionally the perfect choice for canning and other preserves.įreestone are larger and besides often eaten fresh off the tree, the easy-to-remove pit makes them ideal for use in cooking, baking, canning and freezing alike. Conversely, if the flesh falls away from the pit easily, it is freestone. If the Peach flesh sticks to the pit, it is a clingstone. Today orchard-grown Peaches are divided into two groups, clingstones and freestones. The Peach trees that are being grown in orchards today have a long history! Types of Peach Trees Freestone vs Clingstone Peach trees are native to China and belong to the Prunus species family of stonefruit. They are an easy and (pardon the pun) fruitful tree to grow. Do you grow your own Peaches or Nectarines at home? If not you should give them a try.
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