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peach 'Peregrine'

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Position: full sun
Soil: deep, moist but well-drained soil
Rate of growth: slow growing
Flowering period: April to May
Hardiness: frost hardy (may need winter protection)

One of the best peaches for growing in the UK, 'Peregrine' produces a heavy and reliable crop of red-flushed fruits that are usually ready to harvest from early August. Their white flesh has a rich and delicious flavour, and it comes away easily from the stone. The deep pink flowers that precede the fruits put on a great display in spring and make this a fine ornamental as well as productive plant. Discovered at the Rivers Orchard in Sawbridgeworth, Hertfordshire in 1906 - and still in demand today.
Garden care: Plant as soon as conditions allow in soil that is not waterlogged or frozen. When planting incorporate lots of well-rotted garden compost in the planting hole and stake and support firmly. Prune in summer to reduce the risk of silver leaf and bacterial canker.