Peach (Prunus persica) is a deciduous fruit tree grown for its sweet, juicy, and flavorful peaches. Ideal for home gardens, orchards, or backyard landscapes, peach trees thrive in temperate climates with cold winter dormancy and warm summers.
Once established, trees produce abundant fruit on a manageable-sized canopy. Seeds are Non-GMO, making them perfect for gardeners who want to grow fruit trees from scratch for fresh summer harvests.
Features
- Produces sweet, juicy peaches
- Suitable for orchards, home gardens, and backyard planting
- Hardy in temperate climates with proper winter chilling
- Non-GMO seeds
Specifications
- Scientific Name: Prunus persica
- Common Name: Peach
- Plant Type: Deciduous perennial fruit tree
- Growth Habit: Upright tree with spreading canopy
- Mature Height: 12–25 ft depending on variety and pruning
- USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9
- Sun Requirements: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained, fertile soil
- Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral (6.0–7.0 recommended)
- Watering Needs: Moderate; avoid waterlogging
- Germination Time: 2–6 weeks (cold stratification improves germination)
- Seed Type: Non-GMO
- Container Friendly: Small varieties can grow in large pots
- Climate Preference: Temperate regions with winter chilling for dormancy
- Suggested Growing Sites: Home orchards, garden beds, backyard fruit trees
- Winter Care: Protect young seedlings from frost and extreme cold
Planting Guide
- Cold stratify seeds for 60–90 days before sowing to improve germination.
- Sow seeds 1 inch deep in well-draining seed-starting mix.
- Maintain moist, warm conditions during germination.
- Transplant seedlings outdoors after frost risk has passed.
- Prune and train young trees for strong structure and fruit production.