edible · design plant record
Prunus persica
Peach
Spring blossom and summer fruit define a sunny orchard tree.

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Illustrations show a representative form; the detail view is a crop of the same artwork. Use the named factual source and exact cultivar for identification and purchase checks.
- Height at maturity
- 4.57–7.62 m (15–25 ft)
- Spread at maturity
- 4.57–7.62 m (15–25 ft)
- Light
- Sun
- Moisture
- Moist, draining soil
- Source-reported USDA zones
- 5–9 · verify subzone and cultivar
- Principal seasonal role
- Spring
Fit it to the site
Sunny, well-drained orchard ground with good airflow.
Chill needs and blossom frost risk matter beyond a USDA number.
Keep the care in the decision
Plan annual pruning, thinning and locally relevant pest management.
Origin & safety checks
China. Confirm local native range and restrictions.
Confirm edible identity and plant parts before use. Species, cultivar, sprays, allergies and pet exposure need separate checks; seeds and foliage are not automatically edible.
Check current invasive restrictions with your local plant-health or extension authority. For pets, use the exact botanical name in a veterinary toxicity reference; for potential ingestion or exposure, get appropriate professional advice rather than relying on a design guide.
Factual source · checked 18 October 2026
NC State Extension Gardener Plant Toolbox: Prunus persica
Ranges are rounded metric conversions of the source's dimensions. Growth varies with cultivar and conditions. Illustrations help you compare form and character; they do not certify botanical identity. Check the exact plant and cultivar before purchase.