Crimson Rocket(TM) Pillar Peach (USPP#15216)

Prunus persica 'Crimson Rocket(TM)(USPP# 15216)'

Crimson Rocket peach ripens in early to mid-August. The fruit is meadium large and firm with excellent color. Crimson Rocket is known for its very upright habit, making it very suitable for small locations.

Height 10-14 Feet

Spread 6-8 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Prunus persica 'Crimson Rocket(TM)(USPP# 15216)' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Almost all peaches are self-fertile and require no pollinators. They will set heavy crops on single trees, which need heavy and aggressive thinning early in the season for best fruit size. Maintain good vigor in peaches by pruning every year, and fertilizing moderately. Aim for 1-3 feet of new growth a year. Fertilize early in the season, so that growth is well hardened off before fall and winter cold weather.

A Little History about Crimson Rocket(TM) Pillar Peach (USPP#15216) Developed by Dr. Ralph Scorza at the USDA Station in Kearneysville, West Virginia. New during Spring 2005.

Prunus persica 'Crimson Rocket(TM)(USPP# 15216)' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Thin early for size • Thin heavily for size • Self-fertile	Fruit Characteristics • Large fruit • Freestone	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Very productive • Pillar/columnar habit	Harvest Period • Early season
Other Attributes • Sweet • Very juicy	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Easy to grow	Uses • Good for pies • Canning or freezing • High dessert quality • Cooking or baking