Elberta Peach
$46.95
2025 Winter/Spring Shipping Season
All orders are for 2025 Winter/Spring
All trees will be shipped bare-root and dormant All trees will be shipped bare-root and dormant with exception of 1-3 foot.
Spring Shipping Schedule
Plant Zones 8-9: Late January – February
Plant Zones 8-7: February – March
Plant Zones 6-5: April – early May
For more information see the Ordering & Shipping section below.
The Elberta Peach is a beloved choice among home gardeners across the United States, known for its exceptional fruit quality and reliable harvest. Originally developed in Marshallville, Georgia, in 1870 by Samuel H. Rumph, the variety was named in honor of his wife, Clara Elberta Moore.
This iconic peach tree is celebrated for producing bountiful crops of large, juicy peaches, making it a top pick for canning, freezing, and fresh eating. The peaches have a sweet, yellow flesh that is both firm and flavorful, and as a freestone variety (often referred to as a “melting” peach), the flesh easily separates from the pit and softens beautifully as it ripens.
In spring, the Elberta Peach Tree is adorned with vibrant pink blossoms, creating a stunning display in the garden. While it is self-pollinating, planting another peach tree nearby can help boost fruit production. Whether you’re a seasoned gardener or a newcomer, the Elberta Peach is a dependable and rewarding addition to any backyard orchard.
Requires chill hours: 800
Height | 15' - 20' (Standard Size) |
Spread | 15' - 20' |
Tree Form | Rounded crown with upwardly-reaching branches |
USDA Zone | 5-8 |
Blooms | March - April |
Drops Fruit or Nuts | Late July - August |
Soil | Adapted to upland, well drained, sandy clay or loam |
Soil pH | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Light requirements | Full Sun |
Pollination | Self-fertile, grafted. Each additional tree will increase pollination for better mast production |
Spacing | 18' - 20' |
Pruning | Prune peach trees in late winter by removing dead wood, thinning the center for airflow, shortening side branches to 3-4 buds, and cutting away suckers to encourage healthy growth and fruiting. Once mature, peaches should be pruned yearly for best fruit production. |
Fertilization | Do not fertilize at planting. Once the trees are established, fertilize in early spring (Mar-April) as growth begins. Do not fertilize in the fall, which could promote late season tender growth that can be damaged by early frosts. |
Watering | Newly planted trees should be watered regularly. This is the most critical step in the establishment of your new trees. Please see the Watering section under "How to plant and grow" in our Learning Center. |
At Chestnut Hill Outdoors, we’ve been shipping mail order trees for over 30 years. We’re experts at delivering healthy trees to your doorstep. All of our trees are container grown in root-enhancing pots, ensuring healthy root systems and much better success upon planting.
In Spring we ship bare-root, dormant trees. All plants are dipped in a root gel before shipping and wrapped in plastic to retain moisture.
Spring: All trees are shipped bare-root.
Fall: All trees are shipped in containers.
For more information, visit our Ordering & Shipping Page.