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Kieffer Pear Tree
$24.00
Said to be an accidental hybrid, the Kieffer pear is a hardy tree. It grows rapidly, lives long, is disease-resistant, and bears a large crop. It also tolerates a wide range of climates, thriving in northern states as well as hotter southern states. In fact, the Kieffer pear is the most widely planted pears in the South.
Produces large, long, golden yellow fruit with a crimson blush and flesh that is crisp, white, and coarse in texture — good for canning, baking, preserves, and pear honey
Blooms late in the season and ripens mid-September to mid-October
Tolerates hot climates
Is self-fertile but provides a better crop when planted in multiples
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Green Giant arborvitae is a hybrid cross between western redcedar and Japanese arborvitae. It is a large, hardy evergreen with a pyramidal to conical, uniform appearance. The dense, scale-like foliage in flattened sprays on horizon or ascending branches is a lustrous, medium green color that darkens or bronzes only slightly in winter. The leaves have a faint, pleasant fragrance. The young bark is cinnamon-red, turning to gray-brown or red-brown. Mature trees bear persistent, half-inch, oblong cones that emerge green and turn brown. 'Green Giant' tolerates a wide range of soils and temperatures but prefers moist, well-drained soil and sun to partial shade. It has some drought tolerance once established. Wet or poorly drained sites should be avoided. It is very salt-sensitive. Young plants should be protected from wind, but once established, this cultivar is wind-resistant and can withstand heavy snow and ice loads. It shows better resistance to browsing by deer than most arborvitae. Little or no pruning is required, but it shears easily if necessary. It is a fast grower, up to 3' a year under good conditions. Mature height averages 50'-60' with a 12-20' spread.
Elberta Peach Tree
Most popular of all peaches. This yellow freestone is juicy, ideal for eating, canning and freezing. Fruit trees need a minimum of 6-8 hours of sunlight daily and regular water. They are not drought-tolerant. (self-fertile) (zones 5-9)
Belle Georgia Peach
The Belle of Georgia peach is an old-time favorite that produces brilliant red flowers each spring and large fruit in late August. The peaches are very firm and highly flavored, with creamy white freestone flesh tinged with red. While excellent for fresh eating, the fruit is widely used for desserts and canning.
The Belle of Georgia peach is available in standard and dwarf sizes. While it is self-fertile, planting more than one tree is recommending to ensure a good crop.
Methley Plum Tree
The Methley plum, one of few self-pollinating plum varieties, originated in China thousands of years ago. Plum trees, which are categorized by origin, fall into three main categories; European, Japanese and American. The Methley plum, like many other Japanese varieties, are a popular variety in the United States due to its ability to grow in a wider range of soils and climates in comparison to its European counterpart.
Its large, heart-shaped, clingstone fruit are a sweet treat to animals and people alike and typically begin to blossom in late May. In addition to animals, the Methley plum is a favorite among many varieties of butterflies and will provide any wildlife lover hours of entertainment.
Environmental Conditions
- Does well in acidic, alkaline, loamy, moist, and well-drained soils (hardiness zones 5–9).
- Prefers full sun, with at least six hours of direct sunlight every day.
- Grows best in climates with low humidity during the growing season.
- Self-pollinates, but planting two or more together is suggested for best results.
- Can grow to be 10–20 feet high with a spread of 10–20 feet at full maturity.
- Grows at a moderate rate and will typically begin to bear fruit after 2–4 growing seasons.