Prepare the soil to the level that you will be planting. Dig a large hole and mix compost,sand into the soil. Ideally the soil should look slightly sandy but hold its shape if you dampen it. Amounts will vary depending on soil type.
Remove the tree from the pot and cut away burlap. Soak the tree in a bucket of water for 12 hours. Gently loosen the roots so they spread out in the hole. Fill in the hole so the trees roots are covered but the trunk stays out of the soil. Compact the earth.
Prune back the tree, especially side branches, to give it a compact appearance. This will encourage new growth and ensure a larger crop.
Fertilize about 11 weeks after planting with fertilizer rich in nitrogen. Use about a pound and work into the soil. Thereafter, fertilize with 3/4 pound of fertilizer in spring and again in early summer. Always water fertilizer well.
Paint the trunk white to prevent winter scald, which can kill the bark and interfere with next season's growing. If the tree will be experiencing freezing conditions, cover with a thermal barrier or even a clear plastic bag.
Spray annually before buds form with an organic fungicide as peaches are prone to fungus problems. Spraying with a horticultural oil will help keep insects away.
Prune annually. Prune when plant goes dormant in winter. Prune out dead wood, crossing branches, reduce height by 1/3 and clear the center of the tree for better air circulation.
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