Elberta Peach Tree

Name: Elberta Peach Tree
Brand: Fast-Growing-Trees.com
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Rating: 4.82 (347 reviews)

Prunus persica 'Early Elberta'

347 reviews

Yields large, juicy peaches ideal for eating and canning

Displays beautiful pink blossoms in spring

Cold-hardy and disease-resistant variety

$66⁹⁵

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Elberta Peach Tree Care

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Sunlight

The Elberta grows best in full sun (at least six hours of sunlight per day).

Watering

Generally, watering once to twice a week is sufficient. Make sure the water saturates the soil without leaving standing water. Once the soil around the tree has dried about 3 inches down, water the tree again.

Fertilizing

Apply 1 lb. of a balanced fertilizer formula, such as 12-12-12, after your tree has been planted for six weeks. In addition, apply ¾ lb. of fertilizer in the spring before the tree pushes out new growth. Repeat this process in the summer and fall.

Delicious Peaches in the First Season

Why Elberta Peach Trees?

Elberta Peaches are the world's most famous peaches because of their abundance of taste, attractive color and disease resistance. These trees give you very large peaches that are great for canning, snacking and baking.

Even better? Elberta Peach Trees are the most disease resistant peach trees available. And these trees are even insect resistant, meaning you can grow your peaches organically. No more harsh chemicals or sprays.

Why Fast-Growing-Trees.com is Better

Because we’ve nurtured your tree, continually pruning back to encourage more branches, you'll see dramatic growth. The additional limbs produce significantly more fruit and produce it much more quickly. Since we’ve done the work ahead of time, you will be able to start picking peaches after the first season, or as soon as the first year under optimal conditions. We even give them one last pruning before shipping, at no additional cost to you. This process will also ensure that your tree is dwarf-sized, and the fruit is easy to harvest!

Elberta Peach Trees are self fertile, but normally planted in pairs, so they can pollinate each other. This pollination causes your trees to produce more fruit - which means more beautiful bounties for you. We recommend cross-pollinating your Elberta with the Red Haven Peach Tree.

Elberta Peach Trees grow rapidly and mature quickly. The faster they grow, the sooner they reward you with delicious fruit. Order your very own Elberta today!

One of the most popular varieties on the market, the Elberta Peach Tree is hardy down to -10 degrees but still produces sweet and juicy peaches. Their harvest time is anywhere from late July to September, depending on the climate. And though the Elberta Peach is a self-fertile tree, it will yield a higher crop when paired with another tree.

1. Planting: Plant your Elberta Peach Tree in well-drained soil in a location where it will receive full sun (at least 6 to 8 hours of sunlight a day). Protect your Elberta from heavy winds by planting on the sunniest side of a building or your home. When you're ready to plant, dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball and just as deep. Then, place your Elberta and cover the roots with soil, watering occasionally as you go along to remove any air pockets. Finally, gently pat the soil down until the roots are completely covered.

2. Watering: Keep the soil around your Elberta Peach Tree moist. Generally, watering once to two times a week will be sufficient. Once the soil around the tree feels dry a few inches down, water the tree again. During times of extreme heat, your tree may need additional water.

Tip: Yellowing of the leaves is a sign of overwatering while leaves that are dry and brown can be a sign of underwatering.

3. Fertilization: After your tree has been in the ground for 6 weeks, apply 1 lb. of a balanced fertilizer formula such as 12-12-12. In addition, apply ¾ lb. of fertilizer in the spring before the tree pushes out new growth. Repeat this process in the summer and fall as well.

4. Pruning: Your Elberta Peach Tree will need to be pruned the first two years in order to maintain an open center shape and encourage fruit production. Prune your tree in late winter or early spring using pruning shears, making your cuts at a 45-degree angle. Trim away any broken/dead branches and any that are criss-crossing by making your cut right below the dead wood.

Tip: Once your tree begins to fruit, thin your peaches out to allow space to grow and mature properly. Thinning out your peaches will help to increase your overall production. Peaches on the top and outside of the tree will likely be ready to pick first. They will be fully ripe when there is no green left on the skin and they come off with a slight twist.

Estimated Shipping Time: Most orders ship immediately. As noted on the website, some items are seasonal, and may only ship in spring or fall. Once your order is shipped, you'll receive an email with a tracking number.

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Product Details

Fast Growing

Mature Height:	15 ft.
Mature Width:	10 ft.
Sunlight:	Full Sun
Growth Rate:	Fast Growing
Harvest Time:	Summer
Botanical Name:	Prunus persica 'Early Elberta'
Does Not Ship To:	AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, CO, HI, ID, LA, MS, OR, WA
Grows Well In Zones:	5-9 outdoors

Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors

(hardy down to -10℉)

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John G.

1/24/2026

Verified Buyer

PEACH TREES

The peach trees are doing absolutely great. They are blooming, but the weather this week will surely kill the blooms and they will have to start over in March. I hope!

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi John, thanks for sharing the update. It’s great to hear your trees are thriving, and while cold weather can affect blooms, they usually rebound as the season continues. We’re always here to help if needed.

1/24/2026

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Wayne D.

1/21/2026

Verified Buyer

To early to tell but trees arrive fast already planted

Good

1/21/2026

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Craig S.

1/19/2026

Still looking good

Second year after planting my peach tree. After dealing with some flagging and other common fruit tree issues, my tree is looking good and I am excited for some peaches this year.

1/19/2026

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Lori

1/3/2026

1st go at a peach tree

Just received and planted the Elberta Peach tree. I ordered 5-6 foot tall and received at least 6 feet. Tree appears healthy and was packed very well. Too soon to say how it will do. I gave 3 stars because this tree is sold for zone 9 so I ordered it but once it arrived I started researching the best way to plant in Central Florida and found out this isn't a good tree to plant here because there aren't enough chill hours to induced budding and fruiting. I am going to hope for the best.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Lori, we appreciate the thoughtful review. We’re glad the tree arrived well-packed and healthy. Chill-hour requirements can definitely impact fruiting in warmer zones, and we understand your hesitation. If you’d like guidance on care or alternative options better suited to your area, we’re always here to help.

1/3/2026

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Marissa L.

12/2/2025

Verified Buyer

Elbert’s Peach

Hard to tell. It’s still just a stick with no leaves in the soil. I’m protecting it from the cold. I’m looking forward to some leaves in the spring.

Fast Growing Trees Plant ExpertHi Marissa, we appreciate your review. Peach trees ship dormant at this time of year, so they often look bare until spring. Once the warmer weather arrives, you should see new growth. Let us know anytime if you have questions about care.

12/2/2025

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