Red Skin Peach

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Prunus persica – ‘Red Skin’ Peach

Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship peaches to CA or WA.
Peach cannot be shipped to CA.

A University of Maryland cross between ‘J.H. Hale’ and ‘Elberta’, Red Skin is a vigorous, productive peach known for large, high-quality freestone fruit. The yellow flesh is juicy and flavorful with a deep red blush over the skin. It is especially well suited for fresh eating, canning, and freezing. USDA Zones: 5–8

Trees are vigorous and form a productive canopy when properly pruned. Fruit ripens in summer and performs best in full sun with good air circulation. Regular pruning is important to maintain tree health and reduce disease pressure in humid climates.

Red Skin is self-fertile and typically begins bearing at a young age under good growing conditions. It is a reliable home orchard variety where peaches are well adapted.

Plant Characteristics

• Disease Resistance: Fair
• Drought Tolerance: Fair
• Heat Tolerance: Excellent
• Humidity Tolerance: Poor
• Sun Tolerance: Excellent
• Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor
• Shade Tolerance: Fair
• No Spray Potential: Poor
• Salt Tolerance: Fair
• Fresh for Kids: Excellent
• Deer Resistance: Poor
• Thorns: No
• Plant Type: Tree
• Soil Type: Adaptable
• Edible Type: Fruit
• Self Fertile: Yes

This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and observations are always welcome.