| Botanical Name | Prunus persica 'Texas Prince' |
| Description | 'Texas Prince' is a standout choice for the Houston metro area, specifically bred by Texas A&M for its high fruit quality and reliability in low-chill climates. It produces large, melting-flesh peaches with a beautiful red blush over yellow skin. This self-fertile variety is a vigorous grower that handles the Willis heat with ease, offering a heavy harvest of flavorful fruit in early summer. |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height x Width | 12-15 feet tall x 12-15 feet wide |
| Water | Requires deep, regular watering while establishing. Consistent moisture is vital during the Willis summer to prevent fruit stress. Peaches require absolute drainage to thrive; ensure the planting site does not hold standing water. |
| Zones | 8 - 9 |
| Chill Hours | 450 - 550 hours |
| Harvest Time | Late May to June |
| Deer Resistance | Low |
| Botanical Name | Prunus persica 'Texas Prince' |
| Description | 'Texas Prince' is a standout choice for the Houston metro area, specifically bred by Texas A&M for its high fruit quality and reliability in low-chill climates. It produces large, melting-flesh peaches with a beautiful red blush over yellow skin. This self-fertile variety is a vigorous grower that handles the Willis heat with ease, offering a heavy harvest of flavorful fruit in early summer. |
| Exposure | Full Sun |
| Height x Width | 12-15 feet tall x 12-15 feet wide |
| Water | Requires deep, regular watering while establishing. Consistent moisture is vital during the Willis summer to prevent fruit stress. Peaches require absolute drainage to thrive; ensure the planting site does not hold standing water. |
| Zones | 8 - 9 |
| Chill Hours | 450 - 550 hours |
| Harvest Time | Late May to June |
| Deer Resistance | Low |