Rochester peach / dwarf nectarine
Prunus persica 'Rochester peach /'
RHS AGM (former)
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Open
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Pink - dark
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Rochester peach /' dwarf nectarine (Prunus persica 'Rochester peach /') is a tree for food gardens, accents, and borders. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. It is grown for fresh eating and culinary uses. The tree is self-fertile, so one plant can set fruit alone. The fruit keeps only 1 to 3 days, so pick it when you plan to use it.
Pairs well with Chives, Nasturtium, and Calendula.