peach
Prunus persica
USDA zones5 to 9
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size12 to 25 feet tall12 to 25 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Open
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Pink, white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Peach (Prunus persica) is a fruit tree for borders, specimen planting, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. It grows quickly into an open shape with fragrant pink or white flowers. Bees, butterflies, and birds visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Chives, Nasturtium, and Calendula.
Native range
China.