Produced in the early 1990s, the prunus persica or Pink Cascade tree is an ornamental peach tree with beautiful hot pink double flowers that line the branches starting in early spring. It is typically one of the earliest flowering trees to bloom and signal the start of spring. With alluring weeping branches that sweep alongside the trunk of the tree, leaves emerge with a reddish purple tint from spring to summer and turn a golden yellow or greenish in the fall to produce some beautiful fall colors. In warmer climates, the leaves may begin turning green by late summer. Care Hardy in zones 5-9, Pink Cascade is very cold hardy but can also tolerate heat and drought once established. Well draining soil that is kept moist and slightly acidic is most suitable to help this tree perform best. This pink flowering peach grows more enjoyable in full sun to help produce the bushels of brightly colored pink blossoms. The best time to prune weeping peach trees is in late winter or fall spring before the tree blooms for the best outcomes. Pruning will also help maintain a desirable shape for your tree. Growth Habit This pink peach tree can grow up to 12-15 feet tall and wide at maturity. It has a moderate growth rate of up to 1-2 feet per year. Given the appropriate growing conditions with nutrient-rich soil and at least 6-8 hours of direct sun, the tree can exhibit fast growth rates.
