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Influence of Longtime Nitrogen, Pruning and Irrigation Treatments Upon Yield, Growth, and Longevity of ‘Elberta’ and ‘Redhaven’ Peach Trees1

Year: 1972

Type: article

Abstract: Irrigation did not influence total yield, growth, or longevity of ‘Elberta’ or ‘Redhaven’ peach trees. Yields were depressed when N was reduced to 0.2 kg/tree (approx 1/2 recommended rate) with both cultivars. Increasing N above the recommended rate did not influence yield. Highest yields were obtained with lightest pruning level but fruit size was reduced. Random tree loss occurred with all treatments but was highest with low N rates.

Source: HortScience

DOI: 10.21273/hortsci.7.2.133

Authors: George A. Cummings, W. E. Ballinger

Institution: North Carolina State University

Language: English

Topic: Plant Physiology and Cultivation Studies

Subfield: Plant Science

Field: Agricultural and Biological Sciences

Domain: Life Sciences

SDG: Zero hunger

Open Access status: hybrid

Estimated APC paid: $3,000