Choose a ripe, healthy peach pit from a fresh peach
Remove all fruit flesh from the pit
Let the pit dry for a few days
Crack the hard outer shell carefully if needed
Remove the seed inside the shell without damaging it
Place the seed in a slightly damp paper towel
Put the paper towel in a sealed plastic bag
Refrigerate the bag for 8 to 12 weeks
Check occasionally to keep the towel slightly moist
Plant the seed in a pot with well-draining soil after sprouting
Place the pot in a warm, sunny location
Keep the soil evenly moist, not soggy
Transplant the young tree outdoors after the last frost
Choose a sunny spot with well-draining soil
Water regularly during the first growing season
Protect the young tree from pests, frost, and animals
Prune as needed to shape the tree and encourage growth