Peaches generally thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5 to 8, although specific cultivars may have different tolerances. Here are some examples of U.S. states within these growing zones:
Zone 5: Some states in this zone are:
- Northern parts of Illinois
- Indiana
- Southern Iowa
- Kansas
- Kentucky
- Southern Michigan
- Missouri
- Southern Nebraska
- Ohio
- Pennsylvania
- West Virginia
Zone 6: Some states in this zone are:
- Central and southern parts of Illinois
- Most of Indiana
- Southern Iowa
- Central and eastern Kansas
- Central and northern Kentucky
- Most of Maryland
- Southern Michigan
- Central and southern Missouri
- Most of Nebraska
- Central and northern Oklahoma
- Central and western Pennsylvania
- Eastern Tennessee
- Northern and eastern Texas
- Northern Virginia
Zone 7: Some states in this zone are:
- Central and southern Arkansas
- Central and northern Georgia
- Southern Indiana
- Central and western Kentucky
- Most of Louisiana
- Southern Missouri
- Central and southern Oklahoma
- Eastern Tennessee
- Central and southern Texas
- Most of Virginia
- Most of North Carolina
- Most of South Carolina
Zone 8: Some states in this zone are:
- Most of Alabama
- Most of Arkansas
- Central and northern Florida
- Southern Georgia
- Southern Louisiana
- Most of Mississippi
- Most of North Carolina
- Most of South Carolina
- Most of Tennessee
- Most of Texas
Growing peaches indoors can be challenging. Peaches are typically large, vigorous trees that require a significant amount of sunlight, space, and proper ventilation.
While it may be possible to grow a dwarf peach variety indoors in a large container or a greenhouse, it’s important to provide adequate light, proper air circulation, and regular maintenance to mimic outdoor conditions as closely as possible. Additionally, indoor peach trees may require hand pollination, as they may not have access to natural pollinators.
Check out the USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map and find out what zone your zip code is located in here. Or you can use our map to get a general idea of what your plant hardiness zone is.