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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    October 23, 2016
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    The shoots that appear from the base of the tree are growing from the graft stock and should be removed as soon as they appear.

    They can take energy away from the tree.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-tree-care.htm

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    December 9, 2016
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    Yes, as long as they are planted less than 50 feet apart and bloom at the same time, a self-pollinating peach can pollinate any other peach tree.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    December 27, 2016
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    Thinning is the critical step to prevent this problem:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-tree-thinning.htm
    http://www.clemson.edu/extension/peach/faq/when_can_peach_thinning_be_done_and_how_when_is_the_best_time_and_why_are_there_any_potential_problems.html

    If you are already thinning enough and at the right time, then it could be a problem with watering, fertilizer, or disease. Check carefully for any signs of insect or other infestation. See these articles for advice on peach watering and fertilization:
    https://extension.missouri.edu/p/G6030
    http://homeorchard.ucanr.edu/Fruits_&_Nuts/Peach/

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    January 28, 2017
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    This article outlines the most common diseases that occur in Peach Trees.

    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/common-peach-diseases.htm

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 13, 2017
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    The "Flat Wonderful" peach has reddish/purplish leaves and is supposed to have delicious fruit. However, this is a new variety, so it can't be the one you remember.

    There are several peach varieties, such as Bonfire and Rutgers Redleaf, that are used ornamentally, but these are not supposed to have tasty fruit. The one you remember could also be an older or "heirloom" variety. You could try asking around in heirloom gardening communities.

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  • Answered by
    Alisma on
    February 27, 2017
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    This article may help you identify the problem:
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/tree-with-no-peaches.htm

    If tiny fruit formed from the blossoms, but it fell off, this could be the result of harsh weather (cold, excessive heat, drought) or over- or underwatering.

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  • Answered by
    Downtoearthdigs on
    March 3, 2017
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    Excess cold certainly can kill off the buds. The article below will help you determine the health of the buds and tree.

    https://extension.psu.edu/plants/tree-fruit/news/2015/assessing-low-temperature-injury-in-peach

    I would also encourage you to contact your County Extension Office. They will have information on temperatures and the effects on the local plant material. Also if you have tree damage, they can use this information to help other gardeners.
    Here is a link to help you locate your nearest office.
    https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search/

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