Red Haven Peach Tree - Prunus persica

Red Haven Peach Tree (Prunus persica)

The Red Haven Peach Tree is a fast-growing, cold-hardy fruit tree that yields abundant crops of sweet, juicy peaches ideal for fresh eating and desserts. Known for its exceptional flavor and disease resistance, this variety adapts well to diverse growing conditions and begins producing fruit within the first year after planting. When you buy Red Haven Peach Tree online from Florida Plant Nursery, you're investing in a mature, nursery-conditioned specimen ready to thrive in your garden.

Landscaping Uses

Plant your Red Haven in a sunny, wind-protected location such as the south-facing side of your home or alongside a fence. This tree works beautifully as a specimen plant in fruit gardens, orchard settings, or mixed perennial borders. For maximum fruit production, space two trees within 30 feet of each other, though a single tree will still bear fruit since it's self-fertile.

Specifications

Height: 15–25 feet
Width: 15–20 feet
Growth Rate: Rapid
Sun: Full sun (6–8 hours daily minimum)
Water: Moderate; weekly watering during growing season
Soil: Well-draining loam with compost amendment
USDA Zones: 5–9

Why Homeowners Love It

• Produces premium-quality fruit in the first year with minimal wait time
• Naturally disease-resistant and exceptionally cold-hardy
• Self-pollinating, yet yields significantly larger harvests with a companion tree
• Offers supermarket-quality peaches at a fraction of grocery store costs

Planting & Care

Dig a planting hole twice as wide as the root ball and equally deep, then backfill with amended soil rich in compost to ensure proper drainage. Water weekly at the tree's base, adjusting frequency during hot spells; watch for yellowing leaves (overwatering) or brown, dry foliage (underwatering) as signs of imbalance. Beginning six weeks after planting, apply one pound of balanced 12-12-12 fertilizer, then repeat with three-quarter pound applications in spring, summer, and fall. Prune during dormancy to maintain shape and improve air circulation. Your tree will be ready to harvest peaches in mid to late fall, depending on your location.