How Do You Prune A Dwarf Elberta Peach Tree?
Dwarf Elberta peach trees can grow 15 feet tall, though you can keep them smaller with extensive pruning. There are many advantages to growing a dwarf peach tree, including the fact that it’s easier to prune the tree and that the tree fruits sooner after planting. To have a nicely-shaped Elberta peach tree, you’ll want to establish an open vase shape while the tree is young. When it’s older you’ll have to trim off bushy growth and thin out the canopy to allow air circulation. Dwarf Elberta peach trees can be grown in hardiness zones 5 to 8. The peaches are a dark yellow skin with reddish blush when they are ripe. Identify and remove dead or damaged wood. Dead wood will feel hollow and light to the touch, while damaged wood will show a cut or other cosmetic or structural damage. Clip this wood off at the base and disinfect your pruning equipment once you’ve removed all dead and damaged wood. Snip off branches that rub up against other branches, since the friction will eventually cause o
