Elberta Peach Tree – Grafted Self-Pollinating Freestone Peach for Zones 5–8

Grow one of America’s favorite peaches with this Elberta Peach grafted starter tree, a classic heirloom variety prized for its large sweet freestone fruit and reliable harvests. Originally developed in Georgia, Elberta peaches are known for their juicy yellow flesh, rich peach flavor, and versatility in the kitchen. Perfect for fresh eating, canning, freezing, baking, jams, juice, and desserts, this fast-growing fruit tree is a favorite for backyard orchards and home gardens. In spring, the tree produces beautiful blossoms before developing delicious summer peaches loved by gardeners nationwide.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 grafted Elberta Peach starter tree
✔️ Healthy live rooted fruit tree
✔️ Self-pollinating freestone peach variety
✔️ Naturally grown pesticide-free plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe shipping

Growing Information
Common Name: Elberta Peach
Botanical Name: Prunus persica ‘Elberta’
Plant Type: Fruiting deciduous tree
Growth Stage: Grafted rooted starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun
Soil: Rich well-draining soil
Watering: Moderate during establishment
Mature Height: Approximately 20+ feet
Growth Habit: Upright fast-growing tree
Fruit Flesh: Yellow freestone peach
Fruit Flavor: Sweet and juicy
Harvest Season: July to August
Pollination: Self-pollinating
Time to Fruit: Approximately 2–3 years
Special Features: Freestone fruit, heirloom variety, cold hardy
USDA Zones: 5–8
Chill Hours Required: Approximately 800 hours below 45°F

Care Tip: Plant in a sunny location with good airflow for healthiest growth and improved fruit production. Annual pruning helps maintain tree shape and encourages larger sweeter peaches.

Plant Condition Disclosure

Live plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.

Natural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.

Important Note

You will receive a live starter plant (seedling/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.

Customer Notice for Live Plants

Live plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.

Please consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.

Due to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within 48 hours of delivery and provide the required photos for review.

• Photos of the shipping box
• Photo of the shipping label
• Clear photos of the plant from multiple angles
• Scratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant

Dormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.

Claims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.