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title: Can I propagate a peach tree from a peach pit?
description: Peach pits need to be prepared in advance of planting. The seeds of all common tree fruits (apple, pear, peach, and cherry) require a chilling period before they will germinate and form new plants. There are three common means of…
url: "https://www.henricomg.org/docs/can-i-propagate-a-peach-tree-from-a-peach-pit/"
updated: "2021-08-20"
category: FRUIT TREES
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# Can I propagate a peach tree from a peach pit?

Peach pits need to be prepared in advance of planting. The seeds of all common tree fruits (apple, pear, peach, and cherry) require a chilling period before they will germinate and form new plants. There are three common means of propagating which are described in [this article](https://extension.psu.edu/hobbiest-gardening-growing-fruit-tree-plants-from-seed) from Penn State Extension.