(SUPER DWARF) Prunus Persica 'Sunset' (Peach Sunset)
(SUPER DWARF) Prunus Persica 'Sunset' (Peach Sunset)
(Super Dwarf) Prunus Persica 'Sunset' (Peach Sunset) is a compact, columnar peach tree known for its beautiful, sweet, and juicy peaches. The fruit has a rich golden-orange skin with a red blush and smooth, flavorful flesh, making it perfect for fresh eating, baking, or making desserts. This variety is ideal for smaller gardens, pots, or urban spaces, offering a generous harvest despite its dwarf size.
The tree has a naturally upright, narrow growth habit, requiring minimal pruning to maintain its shape. In early spring, Peach Sunset produces stunning pink blossoms, adding ornamental value to the garden. Thriving in full sun and well-drained soils, it is a self-fertile variety that produces high-quality fruit. The peaches ripen in late summer, providing a reliable and delicious harvest.
As a super dwarf variety, Peach Sunset stays compact, making it perfect for gardeners with limited space while still offering a full crop of delicious peaches.
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Mature height
1.5–2 metres
Mature width
0.5–1 metre
Spacing
1–1.5 metres
Evergreen/Deciduous
Deciduous
Foliage
Golden-orange peaches with a red blush and smooth, flavorful flesh; pink spring blossoms
Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest
Flowers in early spring [September–October]; fruit ripens in late summer [February–March]
Sun tolerance
Full sun
Maintenance
Low maintenance; prune lightly to maintain columnar shape. Fertilise during the growing season and water regularly during dry periods.