How to Fertilize Peach Trees

Till soil around peach tree trunk outward to a diameter of around 5 feet at a depth of several inches. Avoid tilling within 1 foot of trunk,it can harm roots.

Measure proper portion of fruit tree fertilizer, follow instructions on product container. A general rule of thumb is a 1/2 cup per inch diameter of trunk measured 10 inches from soil level.

Spread fertilizer by hand onto tilled soil,gently work in. Be sure to distribute evenly around root zone encircling the tree trunk like a doughnut and leaving what would be the doughnut hole as a 1 foot margin of fertilizer-free space around trunk.

Saturate root zone of tree with a generous amount of water. The emphasis should be on thoroughly drenching soil within 3 to 5 feet of the tree trunk where fertilizer has been applied.

Spread mulch with a shovel over entire root zone at a depth of at least 3 inches to protect the soil and reduce evaporation. Then water mulch with a generous amount of water.

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Maintain & Care for a Peach Tree

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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Planting Your Peach Tree

Planting a peach tree is a simple process, but there are a few steps that need to be taken to ensure that your tree has the best chance of thriving in its new location. Here are some tree planting tips:

The site you choose is very important when planting fruit trees. Peach trees need a sandy, well-drained soil. Water should drain away quickly after a rainfall, and the roots will not survive in a thick, clay-type soil. Full sun is required as well, so ensure that there is no shade blanketing the tree from nearby trees or buildings.

Peach trees are best planted when dormant, in the winter or very early spring months. This will allow the roots time to adjust and establish themselves when the warmer months arrive.

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Before you purchase your peach tree, take a soil sample to the nursery to have it analyzed. The garden experts there will be able to tell you if you need to add anything to the soil, such as lime or phosphorous, before planting.

Create a hole in the earth that is large enough to encompass the entire root system of the tree. Do not add fertilizer to the earth, as it can burn the tree's tender roots.


After purchasing your peach tree, soak the roots in water for about 24 hours before planting. Trim off any damaged or decaying roots, being careful not to go overboard in your trimming.

Place the root system of the peach tree in the ground, and cover with soil. Pack the soil in gently as you work. Make sure that the bud union of the tree (the point where the root system meets the tree trunk) ends up about 1 to 2" from the ground level.

Water the area where the tree was planted, and make sure there are no weeds in the near vicinity. If desired, add a layer of mulch where the hole was dug out to deter weed growth and retain moisture.