Peach Tree

The scientific name of the Peach tree is Prunus persica and it is a deciduous tree or shrub that belongs to the Rosaceae family. It is relatively short with slender and supple branches. The Peachtree produces pink color flowers which have 5 petals and emerge in January and February. Peach trees grow best in areas with warm summers and need summer temperature levels between 20 and 30°C (68-86°F) for the fruit to mature. The Peach tree is a fast-growing tree that takes nearly 2 to 3 years to bear fruit but some varieties can harvest after 1 year if given adequate care. The peach tree can grow as tall as 20 to 25 feet. It is an extraordinary fruit tree, which is mostly cultivated in the temperate zone in the colder region.