Prunus persica Sanguine - Organic Peach Tree

The Organic Sanguine Peach is a particularly late variety, suitable for cultivation in many regions outside of mountainous climates. The tree, with its strong vigour, is capable of producing its first fruits two years after planting, three years after sowing from a stone. This variety is self-fertile, but the presence of another peach tree will improve fertility. Its small round peaches are covered with a velvety skin, to which a grey down gives an original wine-like color. It protects a flesh of blood red colour, very juicy, with a unique flavour and a delicate scent of bitter almond. These vine peaches are ideal for jams, compotes, pies, preserves, and even as table fruit. The abundant harvest takes place at ripeness, from late August to September.

The species name "persica" was given to the peach, which was thought to originate from Persia. In reality, all cultivated forms originate from northern China. Its appearance in Europe occurred in the 6th century and experienced significant development in the 19th century. From there, numerous selections aimed at improving the fruit's taste qualities took place. The Blood Peach is a French variety.

Like many fruit trees, the Sanguine Peach appreciates light, rich, and deep soils, and it does not tolerate excess water or heavy and compact soils. A sunny location sheltered from the wind will protect flowering and aid in fruiting.  It is a tree with an erect habit, indicating a tall-trunked tree with many vertically growing branches, giving it an elegant and slender silhouette. It can reach a height of 5m (16ft) and a spread of 3 to 4m (10 to 13ft). Its deciduous foliage is bright green and emits a slight almond scent. Its leaves 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 pale pink flowering, full of charm, occurs late in April, making it suitable for cultivation in regions north of the Loire. The flowers are hermaphroditic and self-fertile. Fruit formation results in small round peaches (4 to 5cm (2in)), red with grey down. This tree does not require much maintenance, except for regular treatment against peach leaf curl in humid climates. It tolerates pruning well.

Peaches can be enjoyed raw, cooked, sweetened, salted, flambéed, glazed, or deglazed. They pair very well with wine and certain meats, such as duck. They can be found in numerous recipes, especially for jams, compotes, and pastries...

For transport reasons, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipping. They are suitable for all common training sizes: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, except for high standards. If you would like more information or advice on training your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.