{"product_id":"frost-proof-peach-tree","title":"Frost Proof Peach - Prunus persica","description":"\u003ch3\u003eFrost Proof Peach (Prunus persica)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Frost Proof Peach is the most cold-hardy peach variety available, making it an excellent choice for growers in northern climates who thought peach cultivation was impossible. This self-pollinating tree produces abundant yields of sweet, juicy fruit while surviving temperatures as low as -10°F and resisting late spring frosts that typically devastate other varieties. When you buy Frost Proof Peach online, you're investing in a remarkably low-maintenance tree that bears fruit in its first year and requires minimal fussing from either novice or experienced gardeners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Frost Proof Peach in a sunny location that receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily, positioned on the south side of a building or home for wind protection. The tree's self-fertile nature means you can grow it successfully in smaller yards where space for multiple trees is limited. This makes it ideal for backyard orchards, fruit gardens, or as a standalone specimen that delivers both ornamental spring blossoms and productive summer harvests.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 15–20 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 12–15 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Fast\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun (6–8+ hours daily)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Survives harsh winters and late frosts without fruit loss—the hardiest peach available\u003cbr\u003e• Bears fruit in the very first year, delivering quick rewards for your investment\u003cbr\u003e• Self-pollinating, so you need only one tree to get a full harvest\u003cbr\u003e• Naturally resistant to pests and diseases while tolerating drought conditions, making care effortless\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDig a planting hole twice as wide as the root ball and equally deep in well-draining soil, then position your tree and backfill while watering gently to eliminate air pockets. Water deeply once weekly at the tree's base during the growing season, adjusting for extreme heat; yellowing leaves signal overwatering while brown, dry foliage indicates you need more water. After six weeks, apply 1 pound of balanced 12-12-12 fertilizer, then apply 3\/4 pound each in spring, summer, and fall. Prune during late winter or early spring in the first two years to establish an open center structure that maximizes fruit production, making clean cuts at 45-degree angles and removing dead, crossing, or broken branches.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":45814375153850,"sku":"31082","price":296.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/frost-proof-peach-tree_e7022922-e13a-4501-94cb-e65c3adc6c6c.jpg?v=1777510175","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/frost-proof-peach-tree","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}