Peach
Prunus persica
Peach trees thrive in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and require regular pruning, fertilising, and pest management to produce a healthy crop. They need a specific number of winter chill hours to fruit successfully, so choose a variety suited to your climate zone. Water deeply and consistently during the growing season, especially as fruit develops, and monitor closely for common issues like peach leaf curl and brown rot.
Toxicity Warning
Known to be toxic to dogs, cats, horses.
Care Level
High
Sun
Partial Shade
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
24″ – 96″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
180″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Deeply At The Base, Providing 1-2 Inches Per Week; Increase Frequency During Fruit Development And Hot Dry Spells
Soil pH
5.5 – 7.5
Temperature
-30° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 72″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed, Cutting, Division
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda, aspca
Image: trefle.io — Taken Mar 12, 2019 by Manu Pacha (cc-by-sa)
No nurseries currently have this species in stock.