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When to Plant Peach Tree in Jumping Branch, West Virginia (25969)

Location

Jumping Branch, West Virginia

ZIP Code

25969

USDA Zone

6b

Last Frost

Wednesday, April 15, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Wednesday, March 4, 2026

Pro Tip: Sow Peach Tree directly outdoors 6 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Prunus persica
Days to Maturity 1095 days
Mature Height 60-180"
Spread 180"
Type Deciduous Tree
Fruit Size Medium (2-3 inches)

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate (1-2 inches/week)

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Spacing

216" apart

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Growing Peach Tree in Zone 6b

Peach Tree (Prunus persica) is a popular garden vegetable. In Jumping Branch, West Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 6b, you should direct sow seeds around Wednesday, March 4, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Wednesday, April 15, 2026. Peach Tree grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.