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Harvester PeachPrunus persica 'Harvester'
As its name suggests, this is a high-producing peach tree with fruit that is juicy and delicious right off the tree. It is very popular with commercial growers, but homeowners love this variety as well because it is self-pollinating, meaning you don’t need a large plot to grow peaches right in your backyard.
- Produces freestone fruit with firm flesh and great flavor — excellent for fresh eating, cooking, baking, freezing, and canning
- Ripens late June to July
- Blooms pink and white in the spring
- Is self-pollinating
- Will be delivered at a height of 3'–4'
Hardiness Zones
The harvester peach can be expected to grow in Hardiness Zones 4–8. View Map
Tree Type
Mature Size
The harvester peach grows to a height of 12–15' and a spread of 10–12' at maturity.
Growth Rate
This tree grows at a fast rate, with height increases of more than 24" per year.
Sun Preference
Full sun and partial shade are best for this tree, meaning it prefers a minimum of four hours of direct, unfiltered sunlight each day.
Soil Preference
The harvester peach grows in loamy, sandy, and well-drained soils. It is not drought-tolerant.
Wildlife Value
The fruit of peach trees are attractive to birds and squirrels.