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How to Grow Dwarf Alberta Peach

Prunus persica 'Elberta' dwarf

Your complete guide to growing Dwarf Alberta Peach.

☀SunFull sun (6+ hours)
💧Water1-2 inches per week, deep watering
📅Harvest120-140 days
🗺Zones5–9
📏Height15-25 feet
Dwarf Alberta Peach📷 Wikipedia: Peach

When to Plant Dwarf Alberta Peach

Planting windows vary by USDA hardiness zone. Look up yours by ZIP code.

ZoneStart IndoorsDirect SowHarvest
Zone 5 — — August – October
Zone 6 — — August – October
Zone 7 — — July – October
Zone 8 — — July – November
Zone 9 — — June – December

Companion Plants for Dwarf Alberta Peach

✓ Good companions

Chives

Repels aphids and improves soil health around fruit trees

Clover

Fixes nitrogen in soil and provides living mulch to retain moisture

Comfrey

Deep roots bring nutrients to surface, excellent mulch and fertilizer when chopped

Lavender

Repels moths, fleas, and mosquitoes while attracting beneficial pollinators

Marigolds

Repels nematodes and various harmful insects while attracting pollinators

Nasturtiums

Acts as trap crop for aphids and cucumber beetles, attracts beneficial insects

Tansy

Repels ants, mice, and various flying insects that can damage fruit trees

Yarrow

Attracts beneficial insects and improves soil fertility through deep root system

✗ Keep away from

Black Walnut

Produces juglone toxin that inhibits growth and can kill peach trees

Grass

Competes heavily for water and nutrients, especially problematic for young trees

Tomatoes

Both susceptible to similar fungal diseases, can increase disease pressure

Nutrition Facts

Per 100g serving (USDA FoodData Central)

42.0kcal
0.91gProtein
1.50gFiber
4.10mgVitamin C
0.34mgIron
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