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A mature Peach Tree (Prunus persica) growing in a residential garden bed

In the landscape

Butterfly · Edible · Pollinator

Data sources

Missouri Botanical Garden, NC State Extension

Peach Tree

Prunus persica · Tree

Peach Tree is a fast-growing tree, hardy in USDA zones 5-8, that matures to about 18–25 ft × 18–25 ft. It does best in full sun with medium water needs in well-drained and moist soil. Expect pink and white blooms in spring. It attracts butterflies and pollinators.

USDA zones
5-8
Sun
Full sun
Water
Medium
Mature size
18–25 ft × 18–25 ft
Growth rate
Fast
Maintenance
High
Soil
Well-drained, Moist
Foliage
Green
Bloom color
Pink, White
Bloom season
Spring
Attracts
Butterflies, Pollinators
Watch out for
Frequent insect problems, Messy — drops litter
Toxic to
People, Dogs, Cats, Horses
Native to
China

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