Fruits

Prunus persica 'Bonfire'

Bonfire purple-leaf peach

A dwarf ornamental peach grown for bright pink spring flowers and dark purple foliage. It can form small, wrinkled peach-like fruit, but it is not an eating-peach selection.

At a glance

Sun: Full sun
Mature size: About 4–6 ft. tall × 4–6 ft. wide
Water: Even moisture; well-drained soil
Hardiness: USDA zones 5–9 (species reference; cultivar and rootstock may differ)

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Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.

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Pollinators & wildlife

Attracts: Bees

Keep in mind: The fruit is reported as inedible; do not treat this as a peach for eating.

Growing & care

Use: Ornamental, not a fruit crop
Care & pruning: Grow in sun and prune lightly for shape and airflow. Container plants need close attention to summer watering and winter root protection.

Sources & photo credits

Missouri State University

Penn State Extension

NC State Extension

Photo: Daderot (image resized for display) · CC0 1.0

Reviewed October 1, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.