They’re DWARFS, they bear good fruit, AND they’re ORNAMENTAL!!! 2009 has seen the release of two complimentary dwarf fruit trees – the Sunset PeachTM and the Sunset NectarineTM. Both are frost tolerant, low chill varieties, bearing early white flesh fruit which ripens towards the end of November.
As the first releases of the exciting Backyard BeautiesTM series these two stone fruit trees have set a high standard. The brilliant burgundy leaves of the nectarine and the deep red coloured rosette of the peach create uniquely ornamental trees whilst still producing great tasting full size fruit.
As dwarfs, these two beauties are ideal for the modern small home garden or for potting up as a feature on the patio. Both the peach and the nectarine have been a hit since they became available this year. To top it off, double pink blossom marks the start of the fruiting cycle of these two very attractive species.
Winter is the time to have your soils prepared to plant dormant bare-root stock. These stone fruit lines prefer well drained soils, with plenty of mulching and a healthy application of spring and summer fertilizer. By keeping the water up through the fruiting season and thinning any clusters of fruit, these SunetsTM will produce good size red skin fruit to be enjoyed early in the summer months.
Enjoy!
Sunset Peach | Sunset Nectarine