Prunus persica Fruit Me Peach Me Red - Dwarf Nectarine Peach Tree

The Fruit Me Peach Me Red Dwarf Peach Tree is a brand new self-fertile variety that bears beautiful round peaches with velvety red-orange skin and sweet, flavourful yellow flesh from a young age. They can be harvested in July-August, earlier or later depending on the region and cultivation method. This variety does not require pruning and adapts its growth to the available soil volume. Ideal for small gardens or pot cultivation on the patio or balcony.

The peach tree or Prunus persica Fruit Me Peach Me Red is part of a series of semi-dwarf fruit trees that are quite revolutionary and recently developed in Spain. All the fruit trees in this range are grafted onto a state-of-the-art rootstock that adapts to the available soil volume while allowing for quality fruiting from the first years of cultivation. The Fruit Me range of fruit trees is also easy to grow, hardy, reliable, and less susceptible to diseases.

The species name 'persica' was given to the peach tree because it was thought to originate from Persia. In reality, all cultivated forms are native to northern China. The nectarine tree is a natural mutation of the peach tree that is believed to have occurred in the 16th century. Like many fruit trees, the Peach Me Red Dwarf Peach Tree prefers light, rich, and deep soils. It does not tolerate excess water or heavy, compacted soils. It is a tree of low vigour with a spreading habit, possessing slightly horizontal branches. When planted in the ground, this small tree will reach approximately 2m (7ft) in height and 1.25m (4ft) in width at maturity. When grown in a pot (minimum 40cm (16in) in diameter), it will not exceed 1.50m (5ft) in height.

Its foliage is deciduous and falls in autumn. The leaves are a bright green colour and emit a slight almond scent. They are long, measuring 8 to 15cm (3 to 6in) in length and 3 to 4cm (1 to 2in) in width, with a short petiole. Its magnificent flowering, in a vibrant pink color, occurs from mid-March onwards. This makes it suitable for cultivation in northern regions, but it should still be placed in a sunny and wind-protected location. The flowers are hermaphroditic and self-fertile, meaning the presence of another peach tree nearby is not necessary for fruiting. This tree does not require much maintenance, apart from regular preventive treatment against peach leaf curl. It can tolerate severe pruning, but not every year.

In the kitchen: Peaches can be enjoyed raw, cooked, sweet, savory, flambéed, glazed, or deglazed. They pair well with wine and certain meats, such as duck. They are used in numerous recipes, including jams, compotes, pastries, and can also be preserved for winter use, in Alsatian-style tarts or fruit salads.