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Plant Needs
Sunlight
Full sun exposure required for optimal fruiting; tolerate partial shade but will produce fewer fruits
Watering
Water deeply when the top 5–10 cm of soil dries out; avoid overwatering to prevent root rot
Temperature
Hardy to -5°C; optimal growth at 15–28°C; requires 200–300 chill hours for consistent fruiting
Characteristics
- Leaf: Elliptic with serrated margins, glossy medium green; turns pale yellow in autumn
- Flower: Five-petaled, pale to bright pink; clustered on bare branches before leaf emergence
- Fruit: Round yellow-orange peach with red blush; sweet, juicy yellow flesh
Care Guide
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist during fruit development to prevent premature drop
Fertilization
Apply balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer when new growth emerges. Avoid over-fertilizing to prevent excessive foliage growth at the expense of fruiting
Composted banana peel tea：Steep fully composted banana peels in water for 3 days; dilute 1:20 for root drench to boost fruit size and sweetnessPruning
- Prune in late winter to remove dead, diseased, or crossing branches
- Thin crowded branches to improve air circulation and sunlight penetration for fruiting
- Shorten new growth by 1/3 to encourage the development of fruiting wood
- Remove suckers from the base to maintain tree vigor and direct energy to fruit production
Toxicity
Warning: this plant may be toxic.
Pets & Humans
Pets: ASPCA: Pit contains cyanide precursors; ingestion of large quantities may cause toxicity
Humans: Only the hard seed (pit) contains cyanogenic glycosides; flesh is safe for consumption
Garden Uses & Culture
Culture: Symbolizes spring renewal and abundance; popular for home orchard cultivation
Usage: Edible fresh fruit; ornamental spring blooms for landscape decoration
