Peach
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Prunus persica, commonly called peach, is a deciduous tree that typically grows to 6m tall with a spreading, oval to rounded crown. It is native to China but has been widely cultivated and introduced as an ornamental fruit tree throughout the temperate world. It was brought to North America in the 17th century. Trunks are short, and stout and typically contain multiple trunks. Flowers bloom in early spring (March-April) before the appearance of leaves. Flowers are pink, white, or red, about 2.5cm across, and borne singly or in pairs in the leaf axils. Fruits mature in mid to late summer (July-August in St. Louis) and typically measure up to 8cm long. Fruits ripen to yellow or white with red or pinkish-tinged flesh. Fruits are ovate with a pointed end, and may have a “fuzzy” or smooth skin. Fruits contain a large central pit. Genus name comes from the Latin name. Specific epithet means of Persia. The common name of peach refers to the Persian origin of the fruit. “Peach” is also a slang term meaning “attractive” or “pleasing”.

Peach trees are fast-growing and relatively short-lived (15-20 years). They perform best in full sun on well-drained soils. They are also tolerant of a wide range of soil pH (5.0-8.0). Trees are typically propagated by rooting hardwood cuttings. Trees are self-fruitful, but yields may be improved by planting 2 or more cultivars for cross-pollination. ‘Belle of Georgia’ and ‘Desert Gold’ are two good cross-pollinating partners for ‘Contender’. Trees are typically grafted onto ‘Lovell’ rootstock. ‘Lovell’ is a vigorous rootstock that produces a semi-dwarf tree. Fruits ripen from mid to late summer. Flowers appear in early spring before the appearance of leaves. Flowers are pink, white or red, about 2.5cm across, and borne singly or in pairs in the leaf axils. Foliage is ovate to elliptic, medium to dark green, and turns yellow in fall. Foliage is short-lived and may drop early in the fall.

Botanical Data

Specie: Prunus persica

Common Names: Vinogradarska breskva

Family: Rosaceae

Sub Family: Amygdaloideae

Tribe:
Sub tribe:
Genus: Prunus
Plant type: tree
Perennial: yes
Endangered:
Link:
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Prunus_persica
Application/Uses
edible rating:
exeptional
edible uses:
The fleshy fruit is eaten fresh or used in pies, preserves, etc.
medicinal rating:
average
medicinal uses:
health concerns:
The pits of peaches contain cyanogenic glycosides that can release hydrogen cyanide. Cyanogenic glycosides are also present in other tree fruits such as apricots, cherries, plums, and almonds. Cyanogenic glycosides are generally not present in the flesh of the fruit but are concentrated in the seed. Cyanogenic glycosides are hydrolyzed to hydrogen cyanide when chewed or crushed. Hydrogen cyanide has a bitter almond odor and is a highly toxic substance. Cyanide inhibits cellular respiration and can be rapidly fatal. Symptoms of cyanide poisoning include headache, dizziness, confusion, nausea, vomiting, rapid breathing, rapid heart rate, restlessness, convulsions, and coma. If a person is exposed to cyanide, it is important to seek medical attention immediately.
other uses:
The wood is light, soft, close-grained and of little value.

Edible parts:


fruit |

#Tags:


hedge | attracts wildlife | windbreak | bee friendly | visual appeal |
Location Based Data
geo location:
Krcedin
geo region:
Europe - Panonian plain
language used:
english

native:

flowering start month:
march
flowering start day:
mid
flowering lasts for
20 days

fruiting start month:
july
fruiting start day:
end
fruiting time:
30

seed start month:
july
seed start day:
end

indoor seed start month:
indoor seed start day:
transplant month:
transplant day:
Growing Data
area needed:
6.0m
spacing around the plant:
3.0m
grow time (non perennials):
None days

growing difficulty:
medium
plant is
evergreen

seed optimal temperature:
27°C
seed minimal temperature:
-23°C
seed maximal temperature:
35°C

plant optimal temperature:
27°C
plant minimal temperature:
-23°C
seed maximal temperature:
35°C

water:
medium
humidity:
root type:
medium

light:
high
hardness (1-10):
5
frost tender:
low

first harvest in
2 years
life span is
20 years
succession level

growth rate is
medium
max height is
6.0m
max weight is
6.0m

soil preferance:
ph preferance:
flower type:
hermaphrodite

growth details:
Peach trees are fast-growing and relatively short-lived (15-20 years). They perform best in full sun on well-drained soils. They are also tolerant of a wide range of soil pH (5.0-8.0). Trees are typically propagated by rooting hardwood cuttings. Trees are self-fruitful, but yields may be improved by planting 2 or more cultivars for cross-pollination. ‘Belle of Georgia’ and ‘Desert Gold’ are two good cross-pollinating partners for ‘Contender’. Trees are typically grafted onto ‘Lovell’ rootstock. ‘Lovell’ is a vigorous rootstock that produces a semi-dwarf tree. Fruits ripen from mid to late summer. Flowers appear in early spring before the appearance of leaves. Flowers are pink, white or red, about 2.5cm across, and borne singly or in pairs in the leaf axils. Foliage is ovate to elliptic, medium to dark green, and turns yellow in fall. Foliage is short-lived and may drop early in the fall.
potential disturbances:
Aphids, peach twig borer, plum curculio, scale, caterpillars, nematodes, peach leaf curl, shot hole fungus, root rot, brown rot, powdery mildew