'Rochester' Peach Tree
A reliable, golden-fleshed peach
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Rochester' Peach Tree
- Rochester is a large, golden, juicy yellow-fleshed peach on a compact tree with fantastic spring blossom. It's one of the most reliable for growing outdoors in the UK climate
- Late flowering means that the blossom is not as susceptible to frost as other varieties, giving you better results Harvest from mid August
- late/mid/early
- Plant in full sun, ideally in a border next to a south or west facing wall, but Rochester also does well as a freestanding tree in warmer parts of the country
- Self fertile - you'll get a good crop from just one tree
- RHS Plants for Pollinators - this tree has been recognised for its value to bees, butterflies and other pollinating insects
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
The 'Rochester' peach tree grows well in a pot of about 60 centimetres, though it will benefit from being moved to a sheltered spot when temperatures drop below -5 degrees Celsius.
How big does it get?
The Rochester Peach Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting Rochester Peach in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Rochester' peach tree prefers well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic sandy loam soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Rochester' Peach Tree requires about 3 to 5 centimetres of water weekly, with increased attention needed when temperatures rise above 25 degrees Celsius.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Rochester' Peach Tree will need pruning. Prune in early spring just as buds begin to swell and temperatures rise above 5 degrees Celsius, cutting back older wood to encourage new fruiting branches.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Rochester' peach tree holds an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through most of the UK down to temperatures between -5°C and -10°C, though it may require winter protection in central and northerly locations or exposed sites.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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