Prunus persica Redwing - Peach Tree

Prunus persica Redwing
Peach, Peach tree

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Prunus persica Redwing - Peach Tree 7.5L/10L pot, Half standard sample as delivered in autumn

7.5L/10L pot, Half standard (Shipped height around 150/175cm)

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A vigorous self-fertile variety with abundant and regular harvests. It bears small peaches, 6.5cm (3in) in diameter, with a deep red colour. The white flesh is sweet, fragrant, and juicy without acidity. Children love them! Harvest when the fruit is ripe, from mid-July to August. It flowers early, making the cultivation of this variety unsuitable for cold regions.

Flavour

Sugary

Height at maturity

4 m

Spread at maturity

3 m

Exposure

Sun

Hardiness

Hardy down to -12°C

Self-fertilising

Best planting time October to December

Recommended planting time January to February, October to December

JAN J

FEB F

MAR M

APR A

MAY M

JUN J

JUL J

AUG A

SEP S

OCT O

NOV N

DEC D

Flowering time March

JAN J

FEB F

MAR M

APR A

MAY M

JUN J

JUL J

AUG A

SEP S

OCT O

NOV N

DEC D

Harvest time July to August

JAN J

FEB F

MAR M

APR A

MAY M

JUN J

JUL J

AUG A

SEP S

OCT O

NOV N

DEC D

Description

Peach 'Redwing' is a vigorous self-fertile variety that produces an abundance of fruit. Its small red peaches have a diameter of 6.5cm (3in). Their white flesh is sweet, fragrant, and without acidity. Children love them! The harvest takes place when the fruits are ripe, from mid-July to August. The flowering is early, making it unsuitable for cold regions.

Prunus persica was believed to originate from Persia, hence the species name "persica". In reality, all cultivated forms originate from northern China. Its appearance in Europe occurred in the 6th century and experienced significant development in the 19th century. From there, numerous selections aimed at improving the fruit's taste qualities took place. 'Redwing' was selected in Michigan, USA.

Like many fruit trees, 'Redwing' appreciates light, rich, and deep soils. It does not tolerate excess water or heavy and compact soils well. A sunny location sheltered from the wind will protect the flowering and help with fruiting.

It is a fairly vigorous tree. It has a spreading habit and a tall trunk with many branches with horizontal growth, giving it an elegant silhouette. Its deciduous foliage is bright green and emits a slight almond smell. Its leaves are long, from 8 to 15cm (3 to 6in) by 3 to 4cm (1 to 2in) wide, with a short petiole.

Its pale-pink flowering occurs in early March. The cultivation of this variety is unsuitable for cold regions. The flowers are hermaphrodite and self-fertile.

Fruiting results in deep red small peaches with a diameter of 6.5cm (3in). Their white flesh is sweet, perfumed, and without acidity. This tree does not require too much maintenance. It tolerates pruning well.

Peaches can be enjoyed raw or cooked, in sweet or savoury dishes, flambéed, glazed, or deglazed. They pair very well with wine and meats such as duck. They can be found in many recipes, including jams, compotes, and pastries.

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Peach: planting, growing, pruning, harvesting

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Modified the 19 November 2025 by Pascale 14 min.

Peach: planting, growing, pruning, harvesting

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A fruit tree from the Rosaceae family, the <a href="https://www.promessedefleurs.ie/fruit-trees/fruit-trees-by-variety/peach-and-nectarine-trees.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">peach</a> (Prunus persica) boasts over 300 varieties distinguished by their epidermis, either velvety or smooth, by their stone being free or not, and by their flesh being white, yellow, or nearly red. Very old, local, or resulting from hybridization, these peach varieties are mainly classified into four categories: the classic peach, the pavie peach, the nectarine, and the brugnon. All are originally from Asia and then passed through Persia along caravan routes before finally arriving in the Mediterranean region, where they found a climate favourable for their cultivation. The peach tree indeed thrives in regions with a mild climate, particularly around the Mediterranean, where it fruits abundantly. Elsewhere, it can grow, but late spring frosts may jeopardise its flowering and, consequently, its fruiting. [caption id="attachment_125149" align="aligncenter" width="1172"]<img class="size-full wp-image-125149" src="https://www.promessedefleurs.com/blogwp/wp-content/uploads/2021/10/Sans-titre-86.jpg" alt="Prunus persica - peach" width="1172" height="780" /> The fruiting of the <a href="https://www.promessedefleurs.ie/fruit-trees/fruit-trees-by-variety/peach-and-nectarine-trees.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener">peach tree</a> can be compromised by late spring frosts[/caption] However, the peach tree can be cultivated north of the Loire, in an espalier against a sun-exposed wall or in a pot. But fruiting is never guaranteed... One can enjoy the lovely white or pink flowering of the peach tree, which occurs at the beginning of spring and lasts until mid-April, depending on the climate. With a spreading habit, the peach tree grows in ordinary, well-drained, and deep soils. Fast-growing and self-fertile, it fruits for 15 to 20 years. It will require regular pruning and some care to prevent the few diseases to which it may be susceptible.

Prunus persica Redwing - Peach Tree in pictures

Flowering

Foliage

Harvest

Plant habit

Height at maturity 4 m

Spread at maturity 3 m

Growth rate normal

Fruit

Fruit colour red

Fruit diameter 7 cm

Flavour Sugary

Use Table, Jam, Compote, Patisserie, Cooking

Harvest time July to August

Flowering

Flower colour pink

Flowering time March

Flower size 2 cm

Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous

Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Prunus

Species

persica

Cultivar

Redwing

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Peach, Peach tree

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Product reference • 7819911

Planting and care

Ideally, plant from October to December. Dig a hole two to three weeks before planting, twice as wide and deep as the pot. On the day, place the tree with its pot in a basin of water to moisten the entire root ball by capillary action. Add compost to the bottom of the hole. Place the tree in the hole and fill with a mixture of soil and compost. Gently pack around the base of the fruit tree as you fill. The roots should be in close contact with the soil. The root ball should be completely covered. Water generously.

It has a semi-pivoting root system. It will thrive in fairly deep soils that are light and well-draining.

Planting period

Best planting time October to December

Recommended planting time January to February, October to December

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow

Type of use Border, Free-standing, Orchard

Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map

Exposure Sun

Soil pH Neutral

Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Well-drained.

Care

Pruning instructions Shape the tree in the following spring after planting. Only keep the branches that will form the tree's framework (about 5 branches). Fruits appear on one-year-old branches. Wood that has borne fruits will not reproduce. For fruiting pruning, prune the branches that have already borne fruits to 2 buds above the future branching. Remove the crossing branches in the centre and shorten the longer ones that extend outward to maintain a balanced silhouette.

Pruning Pruning recommended once a year

Pruning time January to February, November to December

Soil moisture Tolerant

Disease resistance Good

Overwinter Can be left in the ground