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It’s great that your peach trees are recovering from peach leaf curl! To nourish and support them during their fruiting break, consider the following care tips:

Fertilization:

Apply a balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer around your peach trees each spring. Start with one pound for each new tree and add one pound each year, up to 10 pounds, for standard mature peach trees. Post-bloom fertilization can support fruit development. It’s important to conduct a soil test before fertilizing to ensure your rhododendrons get the right nutrients they need. Details on soil testing at this link: 

Get Started | MSU Soil Test

Pruning:

Regular yearly pruning is essential for maintaining shape and fruit production. Prune up to 40% of a peach tree’s growth each year to encourage new growth and fruiting branches.

Watering:

Keep peach trees evenly moist, especially during the first two years as they establish themselves. Proper watering helps maintain tree health.

Winter Preparation:

Harvest any remaining fruit to reduce stress on the tree. Mulch around the base to conserve moisture. Reduce watering during winter to alleviate stress. Cover the tree with burlap or cloth during harsh freezes if needed.

Peach Leaf Curl Prevention:

Do the IPM steps for beginners for Peach Leaf Curl to prevent it from happening next year! Timing of sprays is important. Go to these links:

StoneFruitIPM_Peachleafcurl12.pdf (msu.edu)

Treat peach leaf curl now - MSU Extension

Remember, healthy peach trees contribute to better fruit production in the long run.

I hope this helps!