Fuzzy peach, also known as white peach or shan tao, has thin flesh and a small pit, suitable for fresh consumption or processing into preserves and dried fruit. Fuzzy peaches are cultivated across various regions in China and differ from oil peaches as they have a layer of fuzz on the surface. Let's explore the planting time and methods for fuzzy peach together.
Planting Time and Methods
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Planting Time: Fuzzy peach seeds can be sown in spring or autumn. Spring planting is usually done from March to May, while autumn planting is from November to December. These time periods provide suitable temperature, moisture, and soil conditions for fuzzy peach germination and better seedling growth.
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Planting Methods:
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Soil Selection: Fuzzy peach prefers sunny environments but is intolerant to waterlogging. Therefore, planting areas should have good drainage, loose and fertile soil, and effective water and nutrient retention.
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Seedling Selection: Choose high-yielding and market-appropriate varieties based on soil, climate, management level, and local market conditions. Consider a mix of early, mid, and late-maturing varieties.
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Land Preparation and Fertilization: Choose well-drained sandy loam or sandy gravel soil with a pH of 5.5-6.5. Prepare the land in advance by turning over and loosening the soil, apply sufficient base fertilizer, and dig large planting holes.
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Planting: Planting density varies according to the planting area, with 4×3 meters for flat land and 3.5×2.5 meters for hilly areas. Gradually thin out overcrowded plants as they mature. Dig holes approximately 80×100 cm wide and 50 cm deep. On low hillsides, build terraces and plant 40-50 plants per mu (about 0.07 hectares) on flat land and 50-60 plants per mu on hilly land.
Fuzzy peach blossoms in April each year, adding ornamental value to gardens. After flowering, it will bear fruit. Farmers interested in planting fuzzy peach can master the above planting time and methods.
