Prunus persica is a deciduous fruit tree native to Asia. It is widely cultivated in temperate climates for its fruit and ornamental value.

Main characteristics:

• Height: Between 3 and 6 meters, depending on variety and cultivation.

• Crown and trunk: Rounded crown; slender and sometimes arching branches.

• Leaves and flowers: Lanceolate leaves with serrated margins; pink or white flowers appear in late winter or early spring, before or along with leaf emergence.

• Fruit: Fleshy drupe (peach) with velvety skin and juicy pulp; ripens in summer.

• Sensitivities: Requires a winter chilling period; may be affected by late frosts and fungal diseases if humidity is excessive.

Recommended uses:
Suitable for home orchards, small fruit farms, and as an ornamental specimen for its early flowering in temperate gardens.

Basic care:

• Exposure: Full sun for optimal flowering and fruit production.

• Soil and watering: Prefers cool, well-drained, slightly acidic soils; regular watering without waterlogging.

• Pruning: Annual pruning for shaping and renewal of productive wood.

• Health: Protect from late frosts (especially during flowering) and control pests/fungi through integrated management.