|The peach is the most adaptable of all fruit trees for home
gardens. When planting, they should be spaced to allow a spread
of 20 to 25 feet. At 3 or 4 years of age they begin to bear
large crops and reach peak productivity at 8 to 12 years.
Peaches need clear, hot weather during their growing season and
require well-drained soil as well as a regular fertilizing
program. They also require heavier pruning than any other fruit
trees to maintain size and encourage new growth. Most peach
varieties are self fertile, not requiring a second tree. Cannot
tolerate extreme winter cold or late frost. Peach leaf curl,
brown rot, peach scab and peach tree borer can be a problem.