This Irish Peach tree is grown on miniature M27 stock. M27 is a rootstock that produces the smallest tree of all; maturing to around 180cm’s in height and width, this tree is ideal for a container or small garden, courtyard or allotment. It should be staked if in a windy or open position. Crops can exceed 20ibs per tree when established and this rootstock is quite precocious, often yielding the year following planting.
Iris Peach - this very old variety has it’s origins traced to County Sligo in ireland, back in 1819. A valued early variety that can be enjpyed straight from the tree.
Irish Peach miniature Apple tree – Season:
Very early, pick and eat straight from the tree in early August, sometimes even earlier.
Irish Peach - appearance:
Circular to conical, small to medium in size, then pale yellow ground colour heavily flushed with dark red.
Irish Peach apple trees – flavour:
Good flavour; fresh and sprightly with a good balance of sweetness and acidity. Does not store.
Uses:
A fresh dessert apple.
Cropping & Growth
Vigorous, high yielding, partially tip bearing.
Irish Peach - Pollination: ‘A’ pollination group, use varieties with the same or adjacent groups to pollinate successfully. Here are some suggested varieties:
Beauty of Bath
Egremont Russet
Idared
Granny Smith
Greensleeves
Christmas Pearmain
