Veteran Peach Tree

One of the best varieties for cold winter growing zones, Veteran Peach (Prunus persica 'Veteran') blooms late, past the risk of spring frosts. It's a reliable producer of delicious yellow freestone peaches.

Bakers, take note! This variety is well-known for its wonderful canning qualities. It makes a pretty pie, too. Robust yellow flesh pulls away cleanly from the pit for easy prep.

You'll want to eat your fill fresh from your very own fruit tree. Veteran is a great choice for your family and friends with this amazing peach variety.

The flavor is rich and sweet with full-bodied flesh for a filling mouth feel. This variety consistently scores well on taste tests.

This easy-care variety puts it head and shoulders above other choices, especially for Zone 5 growers at higher altitudes. It even works beautifully for landscapes with cold, wet springs.

Pretty, pale pink, double blooms are so welcome after a long winter. Thrill to the developing fruit with its golden-yellow skin, touched with a red blush.

This precocious variety starts bearing early, and develops into a reliable producer. Developed in Canada, Veteran Peach is a superb choice for high quality peaches.

Order yours today!

How to Use Veteran Peach in the Landscape

Join the Edible Landscape trend and add a pretty Veteran Peach tree in front yard landscapes, or to grace your patio planting. Mulch underneath and get ready for questions and compliments from neighbors.

You'll have plenty of fruit to share in a short time!

Grow a single Veteran Peach if space is at a premium. Or, add additional varieties with early and late harvest seasons to extend your season of tree-ripe fruit.

Please know that fruiting trees can be kept much smaller with an annual summer prune. Control the height and spread for easy harvest.

#ProPlantTips for Care

Plant Veteran Peach trees in full sun, where it will receive at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. A planting site that receives the drying power of the morning sun is optimal.

Peaches need well-drained soils. Improve drainage if you see puddles long after a rainstorm. Create a mounded heap of soil 12 to 18 inches above the soil line and 3 feet out from the trunk, or plant in a raised bed.

Give a thick layer of mulch over the root system. Apply at least 3 to 4 inches of mulch, and spread it out 3 feet from the outside of the canopy.

Protect your harvest in colder climates with good air circulation. Don't plant in low-lying areas that trap cold, frosty air.

You'll soon have a new favorite! Order Veteran Peach Trees from the expert growers at Nature Hills today.

Peach Tree Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take for Veteran 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 Veteran Peach Trees Grow?

Be sure to plant your peach in a sunny and well-drained location. Once your Veteran (Prunus persica 'Veteran') 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 Veteran 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 Veteran Peach Trees

Veterans are typically ready to harvest in July. 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 Veteran 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 Veteran 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 Veteran 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 Veteran Peach Tree for Sale for sale here at NatureHills.com!