[header] How to start a peach tree from a pit [title] Select a variety. [step] The first thing to do when selecting a good peach to grow is to look at what varieties have the characteristics you want. This can include the taste of the peach, as well as characteristics like type of skin and fruit size. 
Just keep in mind that each variety has its strengths and weaknesses while growing. [substeps] The most common variety is the' redhaven.