Bella Gold® Peacotum

Details

Bella Gold® is a deciduous fruit tree with an upright spreading habit of growth. A unique multi-species hybrid developed by Zaiger Hybrids, it delivers exceptional flavor and visual appeal while remaining manageable in size for home orchards.

This tree requires regular seasonal care and is best pruned in late winter once the threat of extreme cold has passed. Gardeners should be aware of the following characteristic(s) that may warrant special consideration:

• Multi-species hybrid fruit
• Semi-dwarf growth habit
• Moderate chill requirement

Bella Gold® is recommended for the following landscape applications:

• Edible Landscaping
• Home Orchards
• Small Gardens

Features

Bella Gold® is primarily grown for its edible fruit. The medium-sized fruits ripen from late June into early July and feature slightly fuzzy, bright yellow skin accented by a red blush. Beneath the tart skin is mildly sweet, amber-colored flesh that creates a balanced and enjoyable eating experience. The tree’s naturally semi-dwarf habit makes it well suited for smaller spaces. Foliage remains green throughout the growing season, and spring flowers provide seasonal interest.

Bella Gold® fruit is most often used in the following ways:

• Fresh Eating
• Desserts
• Specialty Recipes

Care

Planting & Growing

Bella Gold® will grow to be about 12 to 15 feet tall at maturity, with a similar spread. It has a low canopy with a typical clearance of 3 feet from the ground and should not be planted underneath power lines. It grows at a moderate rate and is easy to manage with light annual pruning.

This tree does best in full sun and prefers well-drained soil. Regular watering is important during establishment and fruit development, though soil should not remain consistently wet. Bella Gold® requires approximately 500 chilling hours and performs best in USDA Zones 5–9. This variety is not self-fruitful and requires cross-pollination from Blenheim Apricot, Gold Kist Apricot, or Flavor Grenade Pluot® for optimal fruit production. It is not native to North America.