{"product_id":"peach-blazeprince","title":"Peach, Blazeprince","description":"\u003ch2\u003eTree Care:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePlanting:\u003cbr\u003eLocation: Needs a full sun location (at least 8 hours) to develop that signature red color. Ensure the soil is well-draining; peaches don't like \"wet feet.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eProcess: Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and just as deep. If your soil is poor, mix in some aged compost, but ensure the graft union stays 2 inches above the soil line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWatering:\u003cbr\u003eInitial Care: Water deeply twice a week for the first year to help the roots establish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Swell: Increase watering in the 3 weeks leading up to harvest. This is the \"final swell\" period where the fruit gains most of its juice and size.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFertilizing:\u003cbr\u003eSchedule: Use a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer in early spring before the blossoms open.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDosage: A second, lighter application can be done in May if the tree is carrying a heavy fruit load. Avoid fertilizing after July.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePruning:\u003cbr\u003eMethod: Maintain an \"Open Center\" (Vase) shape. This is critical for 'Blazeprince' to ensure sunlight reaches the interior fruit, which is necessary for the deep red skin to develop.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTiming: Prune in late winter or very early spring while the tree is still dormant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePest and Disease Control:\u003cbr\u003eDisease Resistance: Bred for high resistance to Bacterial Spot, making it much easier to manage than older varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMonitoring: Watch for Brown Rot on ripening fruit and Peach Tree Borers at the base of the trunk. A preventative copper spray in late winter is always a good idea.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWinter Care:\u003cbr\u003eInsulation: Apply a thick layer of mulch around the base (keeping it 3 inches away from the trunk) to protect the roots from deep freezes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eDormancy: Because it is a high-chill variety, it generally stays dormant long enough to avoid damage from early spring \"false starts.\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eTree Description:\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAppearance:\u003cbr\u003eFlowers: Beautiful, showy clusters of pink blossoms in mid-spring.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit: Stunning, large fruit with a 90% to 100% bright red blush over a yellow background. It is virtually fuzzless, giving it a very smooth, polished look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFoliage:\u003cbr\u003eLeaves: Long, lance-shaped, vibrant green leaves that provide a lush, tropical feel to the garden during the summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShape and Growth:\u003cbr\u003eHabit: A vigorous, upright-to-spreading tree. It typically reaches 12–15 feet at maturity but is easily kept to 10 feet with annual pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChill Hours: Requires approximately 800–850 chill hours, making it best suited for regions with definitive winters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFruit Characteristics:\u003cbr\u003eFlesh: Firm, yellow, and melting. It stays firm on the tree longer than most peaches, allowing for a wider harvest window.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eType: A true freestone peach; the pit pulls away cleanly, making it perfect for slicing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFlavor: A classic, rich peach flavor—sweet with a balanced tang.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdaptability:\u003cbr\u003eClimate: Specifically developed for the Southeast, it handles heat and humidity exceptionally well while remaining hardy enough for more northern regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLandscape Use:\u003cbr\u003eVisuals: Because the fruit is so incredibly red, the tree looks like it’s decorated with ornaments in mid-summer. It’s a fantastic choice for edible landscaping where you want both beauty and a high-yield harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Freedom Tree Farms","offers":[{"title":"1G","offer_id":52264882077979,"sku":"C00002145","price":11.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3G","offer_id":52264882110747,"sku":"C00002139","price":15.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"5G","offer_id":52264882143515,"sku":"C00002072","price":20.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/freedomtreefarms.com\/products\/peach-blazeprince","provider":"Freedom Tree Farms","version":"1.0","type":"link"}