Description
Culemborg peaches are large white dessert peaches with a round shape. The skin is fuzzy and can vary from yellow to orange with red blushes. These peaches are highly regarded for their exceptional taste. They have a sweet, juicy, and aromatic flavor, often described as a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. The smooth, firm, tender flesh that melts in your mouth.
Peach trees are are self-fertile so fruit well from a single tree. Harvesting starts at the end of November.
Medium chilling requirement and can do well in warmer climates of SA—harvest end of November.
Position
Peaches prefer cooler climates but Culemborg has medium chilling requirement and can do well in warmer climates of SA.
Choose a sunny location for your peach tree, as they require full sun to produce abundant fruit. Ensure the area is protected from strong winds, as they can damage the tree and its blossoms.
Size
Culemborg Peach trees grow to anything from 4 metres plus tall and wide. Plan the site before planting, keeping the tree away from external walls, electrical lines, and other trees. Plant in a protected area if possible, as strong winds can damage branches and leaves.
Soil Type
Peach trees are not fussy about soil type but prefer slightly acidic soil. Loosen the soil in the area before planting about 1.5mts depth in your normal garden soil, and good drainage is important.
Mulch
Add a thick layer of pine-bark mulch, keeping it about 20-30 cm away from the tree trunk. This will keep the soil moist and keep the weeds at bay.
Watering
Adequate watering is essential for establishing and growing Snow White peach trees. Provide deep watering regularly, ensuring that the soil is moist but not waterlogged. During dry periods, increase the frequency of watering.
Pruning
Prune the Snow White peach tree during the dormant season to maintain its shape, promote air circulation, and remove dead or diseased branches. Thinning the branches also helps to reduce the fruit load, ensuring larger and healthier peaches.
Fertilising
Use our slow-release, nitrogen-rich Berry/All plant Fertiliser. For young trees, apply 1 teaspoon every 4-5 months. The roots will absorb what they require.
Pest and Disease Management
For good-quality fruit, Peach trees need regular spraying before the onset of fruit and immediately after buds turn to small fruit. Regularly inspect the tree for signs of pests such as aphids, scale insects, fruit fly and peach tree borers.
They can be susceptible to diseases such as peach powdery mildew, leaf curl and brown rot. Use organic products to control as needed and practice good garden hygiene by removing fallen fruit from the soil beneath the tree.
We recommend Effective Microorganisms (EM Control) and organic Neem Oil to prevent and control the spread of these pests and diseases.
EM Control puts you firmly on the green path when using it in your garden. EM is certified organic, non-toxic, and environmentally friendly. Because EM boosts the soil, your garden will flourish without the use of any chemicals. The soil’s vitality equals the vitality of the plants and fruits they produce. EM is a biocontrol measure, controlling pests by releasing microorganisms into the soil. With EM, pests and pathogens are controlled or suppressed by means of natural processes.
Agricultural Neem Oil is a powerful oil that is kind to your garden, fighting against even the most challenging infestations. Our Neem oil is an agricultural grade and is highly effective in controlling roughly 600 different types of insects! Targeted at insects that suck and chew leaves, it doesn’t extend its damage to the rest of the plant or its surrounds. It is Biodegradable, cold pressed and 100% organic.
