Peaches (Prunus persica) are one of my favorite fruits. That first bite of sweet liquid sunshine transports me to comforting childhood memories of summer vacations and picnics at the beach.
I wait all year in anticipation of the first peach of the season, warm and juicy, freshly picked from my own tree.
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If you’re not growing your own peaches, you’re missing out. And if you’re wondering if you can grow a peach tree in a container, the answer is yes!
This method helps to overcome common obstacles to growing your own fruit, like a lack of space.
Containers can be portable, so you can place your peach in a nice sunny spot, then move it into a sheltered area seasonally or in bad weather.
Most peach trees are self-fertile, which means they don’t need a mate to pollinate in order to produce fruit. So, you can try growing just one and you’ll still have lovely fresh peaches.
Peach trees are sun worshippers, so as long as you have a sunny balcony, patio, or courtyard, you can grow peaches in a container!
I’ve got my own peach tree, and a few years of experience to share, so if you want to learn more, you’ll like this article.
I’ll introduce you to some different cultivars and walk you through supplies and steps for planting and care.
Ready to get started? Peachy. Let’s go!
Best Peach Cultivars for ContainersDwarf cultivars are the best kind of peach trees to grow in containers. Some varieties are bred specifically for container growing, which is very helpful.
They will often be referred to as “patio peaches.”
There are lots of different dwarf peach varieties to choose from, and your local
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