Having grown up in FL, I don't know what to do with a peach tree. Here's my low chill hour variety called UF Sun Peach. I think I'm pruning it correctly...I've read lots of documents online...but I'm still unsure.
I'm trying to form scaffold branches because it's a young tree and it needs a few good branches that will support fruit for the rest of its life.
I'm also trying to shape it into a bowl or vase shape. That's what's recommended for Florida peaches by IFAS. They are like my Mr. Miagi, so I listen.
I'm trying to form scaffold branches because it's a young tree and it needs a few good branches that will support fruit for the rest of its life.
I'm also trying to shape it into a bowl or vase shape. That's what's recommended for Florida peaches by IFAS. They are like my Mr. Miagi, so I listen.
Now, what do I do about pruning those long branches? They are so droopy because they are so long (see first photo). Should I chop them in half now that we are entering dormant season? I don't know how old the tree is because it's from a nursery. I've had it planted here since April. And it's exploded in size. If I were to chop off half of each branch, would I get fruit this May? I guess fruit grows on one year old wood. Any help would be appreciated.
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