Place it in a plastic bag or airtight container.
Store in the refrigerator (not freezer!) for 4–8 weeks.
Check weekly to make sure the towel stays moist — not soggy — and watch for sprouting.
🌿 Step 4: Plant the Germinated Seed
Once the seed has a small root sprout, it’s time to plant:
Fill a pot with well-draining potting soil.
Plant the seed about 1 inch deep, root pointing down.
Water thoroughly and place the pot in a sunny location indoors or outdoors if the weather is warm.
🌞 Step 5: Care for the Seedling
Keep soil moist but not soaked.
Make sure the seedling gets plenty of sunlight — 6+ hours a day is ideal.
As it grows stronger, transplant it into a larger container or directly into your garden (once all frost danger has passed).
⏳ Step 6: Be Patient and Watch It Grow
Peach trees grown from seed can take 3–4 years to produce fruit, and the fruit may differ from the original peach. Still, you’ll get a beautiful flowering tree, and with some care and pruning, possibly a delicious harvest down the road.
🌳 Bonus Tips for Success
Use mulch around the base to retain moisture once planted outdoors.
Fertilize lightly during the growing season.
Protect young trees from pests like squirrels and birds.
In colder climates, consider growing the tree in a pot and overwintering indoors.
🍑 Final Thoughts
Growing a peach tree from a seed isn’t just a fun gardening project — it’s a long-term investment in beauty, food, and joy. Whether it becomes a fruit-bearing tree or simply a lovely addition to your yard, you’ll always know it started with a single summer peach and a little bit of patience.
So next time you enjoy a juicy peach, don’t toss that pit — plant it!
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