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Application submittedPrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
THE HORTICULTURE AND FOOD RESEARCH INSTITUTE OF NEW ZEALAND LTD
Variety traits
Peach Tree Height
Prunus persica (L.) Batsch
Peach tree height is a key parameter in variety testing and orchard design. It varies significantly from 1.5 meters in dwarf forms to 9 meters in vigorous types, requiring adjustment through agronomic training methods.
In the reference 71 varieties crop Peach, where this is mentioned in the description.
In international practice, tree size evaluation is conducted during the full bearing period and measured in meters. Standard commercial peach varieties reach 3–5 meters in height, whereas specialized dwarf forms, such as Bonanza, are limited to 1.5–2 meters.
Tree height determines planting density and maintenance strategy. In intensive orcharding, agronomists artificially limit peach growth to 3–4 meters through pruning to optimize harvesting, improve the light regime within the canopy, and facilitate protective measures.
In regions with cold climates, plant height and habit directly affect winter hardiness. The formation of short trees or multi-stemmed shrub forms is practiced, which helps protect the peach from wind and facilitates the covering of the trunk and root system during the winter period.
General information about the subject — on the page Plant height.
Varieties of Peach mentioned in the description
Selection based on the description text, not on official evaluation: these data are absent from registers. For specific variety details, please refer to its profile.
Early Gold
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Kitsuo Kanato
IT
6 records
PRO_C_182
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
VIVEROS PROVEDO, S.A.
ES
7 records
Zaiflagi
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
ZAIGER FLOYD
ES
FR
IT
6 records
Nectatinto
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Arsene Maillard Laurence Maillard
FR
6 records
Isfroplat-7
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
ES
IT
4 records
PRO 6
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
VIVEROS PROVEDO, S.A.
ES
8 records
PRO 761
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
VIVEROS PROVEDO, S.A.
ES
3 records
GOLD DELIGHT
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
ENERGIAS DE VILLARRUBIA, S.L.
ES
4 records
C 229
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
SAT 9413 FRUTARIA
ES
4 records
Zincal 11
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
PLANTAS DE NAVARRA, S.A.(PLANASA)
ES
4 records
Presivac 1
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
IVIA/AGROMILLORA
ES
7 records
Red haven bianca
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
RIGO GIOVANNI
IT
2 records
Moncav
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
RenÚ MONTEUX-CAILLET (FR)
FR
6 records
Cakestar
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Maillard Arsene / Maillard Laurence
FR
5 records
Nectamour
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Arsene Maillard Laurence Maillard
FR
4 records
Oregian
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Sam PARNAGIAN (US)
ES
FR
6 records
Zairubi
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Floyd Zaiger (US)
FR
5 records
Diamond Jewel
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Norman Glen Bradford (US)/Lowell Glen Bradford (US)
FR
IT
6 records
Bracid
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Norman Glen Bradford (US)/Lowell Glen Bradford (US)
FR
5 records
ALMAPEÑA
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
SAT EL PEÑON 6890
ES
4 records
Gelo 2
ActivePrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
IT
4 records
ASFNBF0680
TerminatedPrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Laurence Maillard, Arsene Maillard
FR
3 records
Zaimofla
Protection expiredPrunus persica (L.) Batsch · Peach
Floyd Zaiger (US)
FR
4 records