Organic Peach Seeds

Organic Peach Seeds (Prunus persica) - Planting Guide

Planting Instructions

Best Planting Time:

• Outdoors: Late fall (for natural cold stratification) or early spring after last frost

• Indoors: Start 8-10 weeks before last frost date

Planting Steps:

1. Soil: Well-draining sandy loam (pH 6.0-7.0)

2. Depth: Plant 1 inch (2.5 cm) deep

3. Spacing: Allow 15-20 feet between future trees

4. Light: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)

5. Moisture: Keep soil consistently moist during germination

Germination & Early Care:

• Germination time: 4-12 weeks (requires cold stratification)

• Transplant seedlings when 12-18 inches tall

• Protect young trees from frost and rodents

Growth & Care

Watering:

• Young trees: 1-2 inches weekly

• Mature trees: Deep watering every 2 weeks in dry periods

Fertilizing:

• Apply compost tea or organic fertilizer in early spring

• Use low-nitrogen formula after first year

Pruning:

• Train to open center/vase shape

• Prune in late winter to remove dead wood and improve airflow

Pollination:

• Most varieties self-fertile

• Cross-pollination can improve yields

Fruit Production

• Time to first fruit: 3-5 years from seed

• Harvest season: Summer (varies by variety)

• Yield: Mature trees produce 50-150 lbs annually

Climate Requirements:

• USDA Zones: 5-9 (varies by variety)

• Chill hours required: 400-1,000 hours below 7°C (45°F)

Organic Care Tips:

• Use neem oil for pest control

• Apply compost mulch annually

• Encourage beneficial insects

Note: Seed-grown trees may produce fruit different from parent. For consistent quality, consider budded/grafted varieties. Trees grown from seed are excellent for rootstock.