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The Prunus persica ‘Florida King’ - 'Florida King' Peach was specifically designed for regions with mild winters by the University of Florida. As typically peaches need a total of 800-900 chill hours under 45°F during winter to be able to produce fruit, this variety only needs 150hrs. Featuring dark green leaves with blooms of pinkish-lavender flowers appearing in early spring. Followed by medium to large size fruit with firm yet melting, sweet, juicy flesh and red blushed skin ripening from late May to early June.
Full sun
Attracts birds, bees and butterflies.
Pink flowers, fragrant
Due to California Department of Agriculture, we cannot ship this item to the state of California.
This 'Florida King' Peach comes in a 1 Gallon pot
Size: Mature size can reach 12'- 15' x 12'- 15'
Light: Full sun
Hardiness zone: 8 -10
Characteristics: Grows rounded crown with upwardly reaching branches. Is heavy bearing. Has a chill hours (CU) requirement of 150hrs. (Chill hours are the average hours of air temperature between 32° and 45° F in a typical winter season.) Produces fruit in 2-4 years.
Growth Rate: Fast
Soil, Water, Fertilize: Rich, loamy, well-draining soil with the pH 6.0 - 7.0. Tolerant to heat, drought, and disease resistant. Prune in late winter during dormancy to promote growth, fruit production and shape the tree. Fertilize in early spring and once again in late spring to early summer.
*Pictures shown are of mature plants and not what you will receive.
Moist, well-draining soil that is rich in organic matter is best to keep this peach tree healthy.
An annual application of slow release fertilizer will benefit the tree for structural growth and increase fruit yield.
Water thoroughly the first year of planting to establish a strong root system and during the fruiting period to avoid blossom drop.
Plant care menu
Hardiness zone for this plant: 8 - 10
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Peach Tree 'Florida King
The Prunus persica - 'Florida King' Peach was specifically designed for regions with mild winters by the University of Florida. As typically peaches need a total of 800-900 chill hours under 45°F during winter to be able to produce fruit, this variety only needs 150hrs.
