Florida King Peach

Florida King Peach (Prunus persica 'Florida King') 

Florida King Peach is a low-chill, fast-growing, deciduous fruit tree that produces large, firm, yellow-fleshed peaches with a red blush. This variety is specially bred for warm climates and is known for its early ripening (typically in May or June). It has a sweet, juicy flavor and is excellent for fresh eating, baking, and canning. In early spring, it blooms with showy pink flowers, attracting pollinators before leafing out.

Growing Zones:

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–9
• Requires 400–450 chill hours (ideal for the Gulf Coast)
• Recommended by LUS AgCenter

Height and Width:

• Mature Height: 15–20 feet
• Mature Spread: 10–15 feet

Growing Conditions:

• Sunlight: Full sun (at least 6–8 hours daily).
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil with a pH of 6.0–6.5. Avoid heavy clay or poorly draining soil.
• Watering: Regular watering, especially during fruit development. Reduce watering in winter.
• Fertilization: Use a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 10-10-10) in early spring and summer. Avoid excessive nitrogen, which can reduce fruiting.
• Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain an open canopy (vase shape) for airflow and sun penetration, which improves fruit quality.
• Pollination: Self-pollinating, but planting another peach variety nearby can improve yields.

Uses:

• Fresh Eating: Sweet and juicy, perfect for eating straight off the tree.
• Cooking & Baking: Great for making pies, cobblers, and preserves.
• Canning & Freezing: Holds up well in preserves and frozen storage.
• Wildlife Attraction: Flowers attract pollinators, and fallen fruit may attract birds and small mammals.

Native Range:

• Peaches (Prunus persica) originated in China but were introduced to North America centuries ago.
• Florida King was specifically developed for the warm climates of the Southeastern U.S.

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State-Specific Restrictions - We ARE NOT responsible for any plant(s) that are not listed in these restrictions. Purchaser bears all responsibility for making sure the plant(s) they desire to purchase are not banned from being imported to the shipping state:

Arizona: Juglans spp.  

California: Castanea spp., Juglans spp., Pinus spp., Quercus spp.  

Colorado: Some counties restrict Prunus spp. Please verify your local county regulations.  

Florida: Castanea spp., Cornus spp., Quercus spp., Cornus mas 

Georgia: Vaccinium spp.

Hawaii: Pinus spp. 

Idaho: Humulus lupulus, Mentha spp., Vitis spp.

Indiana: Fragraria spp., Rosa spp. 

Kansas: Juglans spp.

Michigan: Abies spp., Vaccinium spp.

Montana: Pinus spp.

Nevada: Allium spp.

Mentha spp. 

New Jersey: Rosa spp.  

New York: Vitis spp.  

Oregon: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Quercus spp., Sambucus nigra, Ulmus spp., Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.

Texas: Juglans spp. 

Washington: Allium spp., Castanea spp., Corylus spp., Humulus lupulus, Vaccinium spp., Vitis spp.  

Wisconsin: Abies spp., Pinus spp., Picea spp., Mentha spp. 

Additionally, we cannot ship plants in soil medium to the following states: AK, AL, AR, AZ, CA, HI, ID, KS, MS, MT, ND, NM, NV, OK, OR, SD, TX, UT, WA.