Early Elberta Peach Tree

You really haven't lived until you've enjoyed tree-ripe Elberta-style peach fresh from the tree. If it's thriving on your property, all the better!

But did you know there is an early ripening Elberta variety? These time-tested fruit trees have a million nicknames, with variations on Early Improved Alberta, to Gleason and July Early Elberta and Kim Early Elberta. Even the name Goldfinch is included in that lineup.

Whatever you call this variety, just don't be late for dinner. This productive tree makes incredible fruit that can be enjoyed fresh, canned or frozen to be baked into sumptuous pies and cobblers later in the year.

These special heritage trees are the heart and soul of American backyard peach fruit culture. With a fine texture and bright, golden flesh, Early Elberta (Prunus persica 'Early Elberta') is a great-tasting mid-season treat.

The trees, originally a sport of Elberta, are big producers, so you'll have plenty on hand to share and enjoy. We're talking up to 150 pounds on a single, self-pollinating tree.

Make Clara Elberta (the original namesake) proud. Get started on your food security with one of the best of the best. This tree grows well in a wide variety of climates across the country.

After all, Early Elberta has been a favorite for well over 100 years. Order yours today!

How to Use Early Elberta Peach in the Landscape

The tree produces fruit that is yellow-skinned fruit with a slight red blush. It ripens about two weeks earlier than Elberta.

Add one of each to your edible landscape and enjoy a month of harvest. Extend the fresh eating season even further with a Fay Elberta tree.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Give Peach trees at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. If you can, a site with morning sun will quickly dry off the foliage from overnight dew and keep your tree healthy.

Air circulation is important, too. Don't plant too close to buildings, or where air gets trapped.

Peaches grow best in fertile, well-drained soils. If you have poor drainage, bring in additional soil in a mounded heap of soil 12 to 18 inches above the soil line and 3 feet wide. Plant in that mound.

Provide a moderate amount of water on a regular basis. Apply mulch over the top of the root system to a depth of 3 inches, and spread the mulch out 3 feet from the outside of the canopy.

You'll appreciate the huge mid-season harvest from Early Elberta Peach trees. Order yours today!

Peach Tree Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for Early Elberta Peach Trees to bear fruit?

Nature Hills Nursery sells fruit trees with mature root systems that are already three to four years old, so you’ll enjoy fruit sooner than you would with younger trees! Expect a young peach tree to begin fruiting by the 3rd year after you plant it.

How Fast Do Early Elberta Peach Trees Grow?

Be sure to plant your peach in a sunny and well-drained location. Once your Early Elberta (Prunus persica 'Early Elberta') has been established (after the first year), it can typically add 12-18 inches of new growth in a growing season. If your plants are adding less than that in a season, it may be worth your while to check the fertility level.

Where do Early Elberta Peach Trees Grow Best?

Peach trees grow best in well-drained, fertile soil in at least 6 hours of full sun per day or more.

Do You Need 2 Peach Trees to Produce Fruit?

All peach trees are self-fertile, however planting more than one peach tree that blooms at about the same time, boosts yields on both trees and extends your harvest time!

Harvest Times for Early Elberta Peach Trees

Early Elbertas are typically ready to harvest in July to early August. Keep in mind exact harvest times are subject to change depending on the hardiness zones they’re being grown in.

Early-Season? Mid-Season? Late-Season? The terminology can be confusing for new peach tree growers. Weather, climate and your tree determine when it’s ripe.

When Should Early Elberta Peach Tree be Planted?

Bareroot peach trees can be planted in spring when they are available in your area. Container-grown peach trees can be very successfully transplanted all throughout the growing season. Check for first and last frost dates for your area with your local County Extension Office.

• Plant bareroot peach trees in the early spring.
• Plant container-grown trees anytime the ground is not frozen by digging a hole as deep as the soil line and twice as wide.

How Do I Find Early Elberta Peach Trees for Sale Near Me?

Make your life easier and your yard happier by shopping for peach trees at NatureHills.com online fruit tree nursery. You’ll find a massive selection of fruit trees for sale, including many lovely peach tree varieties!

Choose the right tree for your area by first finding your USDA growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.

Place your order, knowing it’s backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren’t sent to prohibited areas.

Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest for those plants that ship in fall, winter, or early spring.

Shop the selection of mature peach trees for sale at Nature Hills Nursery and place your order for Early Elberta Peach Tree today.

What shipping options do you offer?

NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won’ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Early Elberta Peach Tree for Sale for sale here at NatureHills.com!