I planted a gorgeous UF Sun Peach Tree in April 08 and have wonderful success to report.
May 08 - grower/nursery topped off the young tree
April 08 - i bought and planted the tree
Jul 08 - i topped off again
Aug 08 - i removed all growth under on bottom 3.5 ft of tree
I've been following strict instructions from two Florida nurseries.
May 08 - grower/nursery topped off the young tree
April 08 - i bought and planted the tree
Jul 08 - i topped off again
Aug 08 - i removed all growth under on bottom 3.5 ft of tree
I've been following strict instructions from two Florida nurseries.
Plan for First 6 Weeks:
- Let the tree try out the location for 2 wks before planting
- Use peat, compost, stakes when planting
- No pruning / fertilizing for first 6 wks
- Water daily via drip system in "burst irrigation" pattern
- Begin pruning once established
Fertilizing Plan:
- July, April, February using 10-10-10
Pruning Plan: was a little difficult to understand
Wow, that tree has really grown this season. Can't wait to pics of your fruit!
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ReplyDeleteIt appears that your diligent following of the nurseries' advice is paying off!
ReplyDeleteI am interested in planting one in our yard. How long till fruit? I'll be visiting regularly to see how it is going. We have plans for peach, grapes, blueberries, dragon fruit, and guava in our yards. We already have banana, mango, avocado. Lost a lot of good fruit trees to Wilma and are starting over.
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That was "yard," not yards.
ReplyDeleteWe have one and it's small.....
Mine should have set fruit a few weeks ago, but instead it got planted (by me) and went through shock. It will set fruit next season. It'll be coming into its formant season soon, and then next year, it will bloom like crazy. I should have ripe fruit by May 2009.
ReplyDeleteHi, Danielle! So glad to find your blog. I am a total novice DIY gardener and am having a go at transforming our backyard. Which nursery did you buy your peachtree at? I would love to get one for my yard.
ReplyDeletemiller mackenzie is the nursery. it's in palm city
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ReplyDeleteHow is your peach tree ? Does it still have the bugs ? Also, what county do you live in ? I am in Palm Beach and wanted to get a peach tree as well.
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