Uses: Prunus persica is the botanical name for the Peach. These small trees come in both fruiting and ornamental varieties. Some of the fruiting varieties available include P. persica 'Anzac', P. persica 'Daisy', P. persica 'Elberta'.
Ornamental varieties are produced for their rich displays of flowers in spring. P. persica 'Alboplena' (White flowering) and P. persica 'Magnifica' (Double Crimson flowering) are just a couple available.
Dawrf varieties are available for smaller courtyard gardens and containers.
For the best advice on the type of Peach best suited to your requirements contact your local nursery or fruit society.