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Prunus persica 'Peppermint' /Peppermint Peach
A tree with three colors of flowers growing in Charleston, SC
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A tree with three colors of flowers growing in Charleston, SC
Each spring this tree causes quite a sensation with three colors of flowers on the same tree
Close-up image of double flowers on this ornamental selection
Canopy of both pink and rosy-pink flowers
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Scientific Name:
Prunus persica 'Peppermint'
Common Name:
Peppermint Peach
Plant Type:
Deciduous
Leaf Type:
Broadleaf
Hardiness Zone:
5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Height:
15-20 feet
Spread:
15 - 20 feet
Bloom time:
Spring
Flower color:
Various
Light Exposure:
Sun
Drainage:
Well drained, Moist
Rate of Growth:
Fast
Water Requirement:
Medium
Maintenance Level:
High
Susceptible to insects
and diseases:
Yes
Comments:
Three colors of flowers on the same tree--light pink, pink and red--make a spectacular show in spring. As a specimen, accent or in groups this is an eyecatcher. Insect and disease problems make this and all peaches high maintenace choices.