Description and characteristics of the Ambassador of Peace variety peach, planting and care

The peach has gained fame as a capricious plant. Gardeners are afraid to plant it on their plots due to the crop being affected by diseases and pests, the frequency of fruiting, and fear of frost. But there is a variety that is unpretentious, high-yielding, and quite frost-resistant. This peach is called the Ambassador of Peace. Further information about the pros and cons of the variety, cultivation, care, protection from diseases and pests, as well as the rules for harvesting and storing the crop.

Varietal characteristics of the fruit tree

The Ambassador of Peace reaches a height of 5-6 meters, the crown forms a round, spreading one. The green leaves are lanceolate and the pink flowers are bell-shaped. The variety is self-fertile and does not require pollinators.

The weight of the fruit varies between 180-200 grams. The peel is yellow with carmine splashes, the flesh is yellow, juicy, and has a delicate fibrous structure. The fruits are tasty, aromatic, and their sugar content reaches 12.1%. The stone is easily separated from the fruit.

Pros and cons of the Ambassador of Peace peach

The advantages of the variety include the following qualities:

• high productivity;
• excellent taste characteristics of the fruit;
• stable fruiting;
• fruits tolerate transportation well;
• resistance to low temperatures;
• strong immunity;
• universal use of fruits.

The disadvantages of the variety include the fragility of the branches. This happens when there is an abundance of fruit on them, so you need to constantly perform normal pruning.

Subtleties of growing varieties

Stone fruit crops bear fruit early, so it is very important to plant them at the right time. Fruiting also depends on the choice of seedling and its correct planting.

Landing dates

Peach is planted in the ground in spring at an air temperature of at least +5°C. By the time the procedure begins, sap flow should not yet begin in the seedling, this will make it easier to tolerate planting. Experienced gardeners recommend planting the Ambassador of Peace in the fall, since at this time it will direct all its efforts to rooting; it does not need to grow greenery during this period. Depending on the region, peaches are planted from mid-September to mid-October.

Purchasing seedlings

In order not to be disappointed in the purchase in a few years, when the peach begins to bear fruit, it is necessary to purchase seedlings in nurseries or garden centers. Inspect the root system of the tree. You can check its viability by cutting the root with a knife. If the core of the cut is white, the peach is healthy and will take root quickly. The place where the scion grows together with the rootstock should be smooth, without sagging.

Preparing the seat

The site for the Ambassador of Peace peach is chosen to be well lit by the sun. If the place is shaded, the fruits will grow smaller than stated in the variety characteristics, and will also not be as sweet and aromatic. Peach will grow best on the south and southwest side of the site. Fertilizer of the following composition is placed in the planting hole:

• 10 kilograms of rotted manure;
• 300 grams of wood ash;
• 50 grams of superphosphate and potassium chloride.

The fertilizer is mixed with the soil from the planting hole.

Important! Groundwater should not approach the soil surface closer than 1.5 meters.

Planting scheme and process

The Ambassador of Peace peach is planted as follows:

1. A hole is dug with a depth and width of 50-80 centimeters.
2. Drainage made of sand, small stones, and expanded clay is laid at the bottom.
3. Then the prepared substrate is poured in a heap.
4. The roots are laid out in the center of the hill and covered with the remaining soil.
5. The peach circle is watered abundantly.

The tree trunk circle is mulched with sawdust or peat, and the seedling is tied to a driven peg.

Further care for peach

Throughout the season, the peach is looked after: watered, fed, removed weeds around the tree, loosened the soil, and trimmed the crown if necessary.

Watering mode

The Ambassador of Peace is a drought-resistant variety, but, nevertheless, it requires watering for full growth and fruiting. The soil is moistened abundantly during planting, then in early June. The bulk of peach roots are located at a depth of 70 centimeters, so at least 20 liters of water are spilled under each tree. During dry summers, the Ambassador of Peace is also irrigated in July and August.

Tree feeding

In the year of planting, the peach is not fed. The fertilizer applied during planting is enough for him. The next spring, furrows are made around the tree and urea is added into them (50 grams per square meter). Before flowering, fertilizers with a predominance of potassium are applied. After fruiting, the soil is fed with a mixture of 40 grams of superphosphate and 50 grams of calcium chloride.

Trimming Features

The peach crown is formed from the first years of its life. Pruning is necessary for the following reasons:

• more sunlight reaches the fruits, making them sweeter and more aromatic;
• thinning the crown prevents the occurrence of diseases;
• pruning regulates the abundance of fruiting and ease of harvesting.

The best time for pruning is spring, the budding period. It is at this time that it is clear which branches have overwintered well and which ones require removal. To carry out the procedure, pruners, a hacksaw, and a garden knife are used. After trimming the branches, the cut areas are sealed with garden varnish.

Specifics of wintering

Peach Ambassador of Peace is a heat-loving crop. In autumn, trees are mulched with peat or compost to a height of 10-15 centimeters. In regions with a temperate climate, shelter will be required, especially for young seedlings. The structure is made of stakes driven into the ground and burlap wrapped around them. The rods should be equal to the height of the tree.

Instead of burlap, you can take cardboard and wrap it around the trunk. Several layers of non-woven material are wound on top.

In the southern regions, it is enough to cover the peach with soil to a height of half a meter.

Protecting peach from diseases and pests

The Ambassador of Peace is resistant to diseases and pests. But due to improper care, it can be affected by certain types of fungal diseases and harmful insects. This can happen due to a thick crown, too frequent watering of trees, or the presence of weeds in the tree trunk circle.

By following agricultural practices, the gardener will prevent the occurrence of peach scourges. For prevention, plants are sprayed in the spring, before buds open, with copper-containing preparations. In autumn, trees are treated with a solution of sulfur and lime, or insectofungicides.

Note! Proper implementation of agricultural practices will prevent the occurrence of most diseases and pests.

Harvesting and storage rules

Peaches are harvested when their color becomes deep yellow with bright carmine splashes on 80% of the fruit area. They do not ripen on the tree at the same time, so harvesting takes place over several days. If fruits are transported over long distances, they are collected 5 days before full ripening.

In room conditions, the fruits can be stored for 5 days. For long-term storage, they are placed in the refrigerator or basement. When keeping peaches in boxes, each fruit is wrapped in paper. Fruits can be dried, frozen, and also prepared from them into compotes, juices, preserves, and jams.