White Opal Peach Tree - Prunus persica 'White Opal'

White Opal Peach Tree - Prunus persica 'White Opal'

White Opal is a premium white-fleshed peach variety that earns its place in both productive and ornamental landscapes. Abundant pink blossom in spring gives way to large, sweet fruit with exceptional flavour, delivering seasonal returns alongside year-round visual presence.

Why White Opal Peach

White-Fleshed Fruit Quality: Large, sweet peaches with low acidity, suited to fresh use, desserts, and preserves.
Reliable Cropping: A consistent, heavy-bearing variety that performs season after season.
Ornamental Spring Display: Soft pink blossom provides strong seasonal interest before the canopy leafs out.
Self-Pollinating: Fruits independently, with no second tree required for a full harvest.
Versatile Form: Responds well to espalier training, making it suitable for structured or space-conscious installations.

Ideal Applications

Productive Residential Landscapes: A refined addition to private properties where fruit yield and aesthetics are both priorities.
Espalier Installations: Trains cleanly against walls, fences, or architectural screens for a formal, high-impact treatment.
Seasonal Feature Planting: Spring blossom makes it a considered choice for areas requiring structured seasonal colour.
Contained Planting: Performs well in large-format containers on terraces, courtyards, and paved outdoor spaces.

Specimen & Installation

Spacing (feature/avenue): 4–6m
Planting Season: Winter (bare-rooted) or autumn to spring (potted)
Soil & Drainage: Well-drained, fertile loam; avoid waterlogged soils; prefers slightly acidic to neutral pH (6.0–7.0)
Establishment Care: Water deeply and regularly during the first two growing seasons to establish a strong root system, reducing frequency once the tree is established. Apply a layer of mulch around the base to retain soil moisture and suppress weeds, keeping mulch clear of the trunk.

Plant Details

Height: 3–4m
Width: 3–4m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Foliage: Deciduous
Light: Full sun
Native to: China
Flower Colour: Pink