Edibles – Fruit – Peach Tree

Peach Tree

Botanical name: prunus persica 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: up to 25 ft in height with up to a 20 ft spread 

Hardy zone: zones 5-9

Growth rate: reaches fully mature size in 2-4 growing seasons 

Foliage color: green 

Flower color: pink

Bloom time: spring blooms, summer harvest 

Pruning instructions: lightly prune during dormancy in the late winter/early spring before flowering begins to maintain desired shape and size 

Propagation methods: propagate with new growth cuttings during the spring/early summer months 

Landscape use: edible garden, focal point, container tree

Special features: attracts pollinators, disease resistant, cold hardy 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 2-4 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use an organic slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring before flowering begins 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam, sand 

Companion plants: chamomile, yarrow, garlic, lavender 

Toxicity level: toxic for pets if ingested 

Invasive species: potentially invasive