Improving Fruit Quality on Neglected Peach and Citrus Trees

Peaches: Bitter, White-Fleshed?

Existing trees, no care. First year nothing; second year bitter fruit. Peaches need a spray program (fungicide + insecticide) and fertilizer for quality fruit. Neglect = poor fruit.

Oranges: Nickel-Sized

Pollination issue. Certain citrus require specific cross-pollinators. Without knowing variety, can't recommend partner. But cross-pollination is essential for good fruit set.

Action Plan

1. Identify varieties (check tags, ask neighbors, contact extension).
2. Implement dormant-season oil spray, then growing-season fungicide/insecticide for peaches.
3. Plant appropriate pollinator for citrus.
4. Fertilize both in spring.

With care, both can produce delicious fruit.