{"product_id":"peach-elberta","title":"Peach, Elberta","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"46\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"17\"\u003eElberta Peach\u003c\/strong\u003e (\u003cem data-start=\"19\" data-end=\"35\"\u003ePrunus persica\u003c\/em\u003e 'Elberta')\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"48\" data-end=\"555\"\u003eElberta is one of the most famous heirloom peaches ever introduced, setting the standard for flavor, productivity, and versatility since the late 1800s. Renowned for its large, golden-yellow fruit with a brilliant crimson blush, Elberta produces juicy freestone peaches that are equally suited for fresh eating, baking, canning, and freezing. Its dependable harvests, vigorous growth, and beautiful spring blossoms have made it a cornerstone of home orchards and commercial peach production for generations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"580\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"557\" data-end=\"580\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"1005\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"582\" data-end=\"633\"\u003eA classic heirloom with exceptional versatility\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"633\" data-end=\"636\"\u003eElberta produces large peaches with firm, juicy yellow flesh that separates easily from the pit when fully ripe. The fruit offers a rich balance of sweetness and mild acidity, making it one of the finest all-purpose peaches. Whether enjoyed fresh, baked into cobblers and pies, canned, preserved, or frozen, Elberta consistently delivers outstanding flavor and texture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1350\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1049\"\u003eReliable harvests from a vigorous tree\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1049\" data-end=\"1052\"\u003eKnown for its strong growth and heavy annual production, Elberta is a dependable performer when planted in full sun with good air circulation. Its abundant crops have made it a favorite among orchardists for well over a century, providing generous late-summer harvests that extend the peach season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1825\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1421\"\u003eAn excellent tree for fruit tree guilds and regenerative orchards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1421\" data-end=\"1424\"\u003eIn early spring, Elberta is covered with fragrant pink blossoms that attract honey bees, mason bees, bumble bees, and numerous native pollinators. It integrates beautifully into food forests and fruit tree guilds alongside companion plants such as comfrey, yarrow, clover, chives, and native wildflowers, which help improve soil health, attract beneficial insects, and support natural pest management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1827\" data-end=\"1884\"\u003eA beautiful ornamental tree with lasting productivity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1884\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003eBefore the fruit develops, Elberta puts on a spectacular display of pink blossoms that brighten the spring landscape. Its rounded canopy provides ornamental value throughout the growing season, while annual pruning encourages healthy growth, improves fruit quality, and maintains an easily managed tree for harvesting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2207\" data-end=\"2226\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"10eazcd\" data-start=\"2227\" data-end=\"2259\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2229\" data-end=\"2250\"\u003eSun requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"qb3blk\" data-start=\"2260\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2284\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ionrb6\" data-start=\"2306\" data-end=\"2329\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2308\" data-end=\"2323\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e April\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1aundww\" data-start=\"2330\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2332\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"177t1dk\" data-start=\"2354\" data-end=\"2484\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2376\"\u003eFruit qualities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large; golden-yellow skin with a crimson blush; firm, juicy yellow freestone flesh; sweet with mild acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"ol3888\" data-start=\"2485\" data-end=\"2569\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2502\"\u003eFruit uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, cobblers, pies, canning, preserves, freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"xv36n\" data-start=\"2570\" data-end=\"2604\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2572\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003eFruit ripening month:\u003c\/strong\u003e August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"d2pk5n\" data-start=\"2605\" data-end=\"2646\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2607\" data-end=\"2632\"\u003eRequired chill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 800–900 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"1j1ln35\" data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2835\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2649\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003ePollination requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile; produces excellent crops without another peach tree, though planting near another peach variety blooming at the same time may increase yields.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-section-id=\"dob8hq\" data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2867\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2838\" data-end=\"2863\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2869\" data-end=\"3307\"\u003eElberta Peach grows best in fertile, well-drained soil with full sun and benefits from annual pruning to maintain an open-center canopy. Thin developing fruit in late spring to encourage larger peaches and reduce stress on heavily loaded branches. Whether planted in a backyard orchard, homestead, or food forest, Elberta offers generations of dependable harvests while preserving one of America's most cherished heirloom fruit varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon \/ 11\/16\" caliper branched \/ Standard Halford","offer_id":46145839956227,"sku":"TFT-0925","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"3 Gallon (2) \/ 3-4' \/ Standard Halford","offer_id":49334229205251,"sku":"TFT-0926","price":54.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Peach-Elberta-Tree-For-Sale_dd43292a-cd20-4dbd-8e7a-6234a02e101c.webp?v=1731953368","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/peach-elberta","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}