Contender Peach Tree
Prunus persica 'Contender'
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| $50 - $99.99 | $14.99 |
| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
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| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Contender Peach Tree highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring
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Harvest Time
Growing Zones 5-8
So, you crave the sweet, juicy goodness of a homegrown Peach that you pick from your own tree in your own backyard, but, you live in a cold climate where it gets below zero in the winter. Fresh Peaches might just be a summer dream for you. Until now!
Finally! A Peach tree that doesn't have to live in the South to survive! The Contender Peach (Prunus persica 'Contender') is the first Peach tree for the home gardener that survives the North's sub-zero temperatures. Just in time for late summer barbecues and back to school, the delicious, juicy fruit ripens and you are ready for all the pies, preserves, freezing and fresh eating healthy goodness!
Contender is an exceptionally hardy tree that reliably produces loads of big, sweet, juicy fruit. It constantly wins flavor taste trials! To top it off, the trees are disease-resistant and self-pollinating. They are sized just right for home gardens, staying smaller and easy to reach, Contender will fit into any garden, large or small!
Planting and Application:
From the big clouds of deliciously fragrant pink blossoms that pollinators adore, to the long wavy green leaves, these tall, upright and narrow trees look pretty as a picture in the landscape! Add one to your front yard to keep a close eye on it from your picture window, or near your back seating area so you can always pluck a juicy peach right off the limbs while relaxing beneath the shade of its limbs!
Prune smaller to add to smaller yards, or established orchards with ease! Keep this tree nearly any size needed for privacy screens and hedgerows. These are fantastic edible ornamentals that will pull double duty in any landscape. So replace that flowering tree with one that develops big globes of fuzzy, juicy yellow-blushed fruit!
- Delicious Juicy Fruit
- Big Freestone Fruit
- Fragrant Pink Spring Blooms
- Self-Fertile
- Great Canning, Freezing & Fresh Eating
#ProPlantTips for Care:
Peach trees do best in enriched organically amended well-drained soil with a thick, protective layer of mulch over the surface. Plant in full sun, at least 6 hours of sunlight per day, in a location with great air circulation. Provide supplemental watering and regular fertility for best results!
- Full Sun
- Enriched Well-Drained Soil
- Mulch Well & Prune Late Winter
- ~1000-1100 Chill Hours
- Cold-Hardy & Disease Resistant
Think good peaches only grow in the South? Well, now the North has a Contender! Order your own Contender Peach Tree from NatureHills.com today!
Peach Tree Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for Contender Peach Trees to bear fruit?
Nature Hills Nursery sells fruit trees with mature root systems that are already three to four years old, so you’ll enjoy fruit sooner than you would with younger trees! Expect a young peach tree to begin fruiting by the 3rd year after you plant it.
How Fast Do Contender Peach Trees Grow?
Be sure to plant your peach in a sunny and well-drained location. Once your Contender (Prunus persica 'Contender') has been established (after the first year), it can typically add 12-18 inches of new growth in a growing season. If your plants are adding less than that in a season, it may be worth your while to check the fertility level.
Where do Contender Peach Trees Grow Best?
Peach trees grow best in well-drained, fertile soil in at least 6 hours of full sun per day or more.
Do You Need 2 Peach Trees to Produce Fruit?
All peach trees are self-fertile, however planting more than one peach tree that blooms at about the same time, boosts yields on both trees and extends your harvest time!
Harvest Times for Contender Peach Trees
Contenders are typically ready to harvest in late August to September. Keep in mind exact harvest times are subject to change depending on the hardiness zones they’re being grown in.
Early-Season? Mid-Season? Late-Season? The terminology can be confusing for new peach tree growers. Weather, climate and your tree determine when it’s ripe.
When Should Contender Peach Tree be Planted?
Bareroot peach trees can be planted in spring when they are available in your area. Container-grown peach trees can be very successfully transplanted all throughout the growing season. Check for the first and last frost dates for your area with your local County Extension Office.
- Plant bareroot peach trees in the early spring.
- Plant container-grown trees anytime the ground is not frozen by digging a hole as deep as the soil line and twice as wide.
How Do I Find Contender Peach Trees for Sale Near Me?
Make your life easier and your yard happier by shopping for peach trees at NatureHills.com online fruit tree nursery. You’ll find a massive selection of fruit trees for sale, including many lovely peach tree varieties!
Choose the right tree for your area by first finding your USDA growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.
Place your order, knowing it’s backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren’t sent to prohibited areas.
Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest for those plants that ship in fall, winter, or early spring.
Shop the selection of mature peach trees for sale at Nature Hills Nursery and place your order for Contender Peach Tree today.
What shipping options do you offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won’ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Contender Peach Tree for Sale for sale here at NatureHills.com!
