Fruit tree comparisons
 Gorgeous |  Irish Peach | |
|---|---|---|
| Malus Gorgeous has pink/white blossom and spherical cherry-like red fruits which are good for jelly. | Irish Peach is a popular early season apple, ripening in July / August. It is easy to grow and low maintenance. | |
| remove | remove |
Growing
| Crab apple trees Gorgeous | Apple trees Irish Peach | |
|---|---|---|
| Gardening skill | Beginner | Beginner |
| Self-fertility | Self-fertile | Not self-fertile |
| Flowering group | 3 | 2 |
| Pollinating others | Good | Average |
| Fruit bearing | Tip-bearer | |
| Climate suitability | Temperate climates | Temperate climates |
Using
| Crab apple trees Gorgeous | Apple trees Irish Peach | |
|---|---|---|
| Picking season | Very late | Very early |
| Keeping (of fruit) | Does not keep | |
| Cropping | Good | |
| Food uses | Culinary | Eating fresh |
Problems
| Crab apple trees Gorgeous | Apple trees Irish Peach | |
|---|---|---|
| Disease resistance | Average | Good |
| Powdery mildew | Some resistance |
Identification
| Crab apple trees Gorgeous | Apple trees Irish Peach | |
|---|---|---|
| Country of origin | New Zealand | Ireland |
| Period of origin | 1950 - 1999 | 1800 - 1849 |
| Blossom colour | Pink - light | Pink - light |
| Fruit colour | Red | Orange flush |