Peach
Can I Grow Elberta?
Elberta is the classic American peach — large, golden-fleshed, and freestone with that unmistakable 'peach cobbler' flavor. It's been the commercial standard for over a century.
Growing Requirements
Chill Hours
800
Hardiness Zones
5-6-7-8-9
Harvest
Late July to August
Pollination
Self-fertile
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About Elberta
Elberta is the classic American peach — large, golden-fleshed, and freestone with that unmistakable 'peach cobbler' flavor. It's been the commercial standard for over a century.
Elberta requires 800 chill hours — the number of hours between 32°F and 45°F during winter dormancy. Without enough chill, the tree may fail to flower properly or produce poor fruit.
⚠️ Common Challenges
Highly susceptible to peach leaf curl and brown rot; requires consistent fungicide program.
❌ Common Misconception
Can I grow Elberta in Zone 10 or warmer?
No. While Elberta is listed for zones 5-9, it requires 800 chill hours to produce fruit. Warm zones like 10+ typically receive only 200-400 chill hours. The tree may survive but will not fruit reliably. Consider low-chill alternatives like Anna apple (200h) or Tropic Snow peach (200h) instead.
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Start Tracking Free →Chill hour data from Open-Meteo Historical Weather API. Variety information compiled from university extension services.