Peach 'Scarlet Rose'

$109.99
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A showstopping addition to the edible landscape, ‘Scarlet Rose’ is as beautiful as its namesake flower. In early spring, the tree is a cloud of vibrant pink blossoms that light up the garden before the leaves even emerge. As summer progresses, it produces a spectacular crop of peaches wrapped in a rich, pink-to-velvety-red skin that stands out brilliantly against its glossy green foliage. The tree's compact, rounded form makes it an elegant focal point for backyards or small orchards, offering a stunning seasonal transition from spring florals to jewel-toned summer fruit.

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Plant Details

Difficulty:

Easy to Moderate

Zone:

5-9

Watering:

Medium to High

Years To Bear:

2–4

Plant Type:

Fruit Tree

Light:

Full Sun

Plant Profile

Common Names:

Scarlet Rose Peach, Scarlet Rose White Peach

Scientific Name:

Prunus persica ‘NJ 355 cv.’

Growth Details:

  • Mature Size: 15–20 feet tall (Standard) or 10–15 feet (Semi-Dwarf).
  • Growth Habit: Vigorous and upright-to-spreading.
  • Form: Deciduous fruit tree.
  • Growth Rate: Medium to Fast.
  • Longevity: 15–20 years.

Features:

Late-blooming (frost resistant), high fruit firmness, excellent for fresh eating and preserving, vigorous producer.

Environmental Needs:

  • Exposure: Full Sun.
  • Soil Preferences: Rich, well-drained loams.
  • Soil Tolerance: Adaptable to various types but requires excellent drainage.
  • Watering: Regular and deep, especially in the first growing season.

Plant Care

Care:

  • Light: Full sun is required (at least 6–8 hours daily) for fruit sweetness and health.
  • Moisture: Maintain consistent moisture, particularly during fruit swell; avoid overhead watering to prevent disease.
  • Maintenance: Prune annually in late winter to an open-center (vase) shape to maximize light and airflow.
  • Fertilization: Apply a balanced, slow-release fertilizer in early spring.

Tips For Success:

  • Thinning: Thin young fruit to one every 4–6 inches to ensure large, high-quality peaches.
  • Harvesting: Allow fruit to ripen fully on the tree for peak sweetness; it holds its firmness well even when ripe.
  • Disease Management: Monitor for bacterial spot, as it has moderate susceptibility. 

Planting Considerations:

  • Best Time To Plant: Early spring.
  • Spacing: 15–20 feet apart.
  • Location Tips: Avoid low frost pockets; this variety is prized for blooming later than others, which helps it escape late spring frost damage.

Fruit Profile

Size:

Large, typically around 3 inches in diameter.

Colour:

100% rich pinkish-red skin with alabaster white flesh.

Texture:

Very firm and almost crunchy; slow to soften, allowing it to hang on the tree for up to two weeks after maturity without losing its bite.

Flavour:

Exceptional sweet, low-acid flavor with aromatic tropical notes like mango or melon as it fully ripens.

Harvest Time:

Late July to Early August

Pollination Requirements:

Self-fertile; it will produce a full crop on its own, though yields may improve with another variety nearby.