{"product_id":"elberta-peach-tree-grafted-live-fruit-tree-self-pollinating-freestone-peach-zones-5-8","title":"Elberta Peach Tree – Grafted Self-Pollinating Freestone Peach for Zones 5–8","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow one of America’s favorite peaches with this Elberta Peach grafted starter tree, a classic heirloom variety prized for its large sweet freestone fruit and reliable harvests. Originally developed in Georgia, Elberta peaches are known for their juicy yellow flesh, rich peach flavor, and versatility in the kitchen. Perfect for fresh eating, canning, freezing, baking, jams, juice, and desserts, this fast-growing fruit tree is a favorite for backyard orchards and home gardens. 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Annual pruning helps maintain tree shape and encourages larger sweeter peaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. 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