They are fruit trees of temperate zone not very resistant to the cold, its area of ​​cultivation extends between 30 and 40º of latitude. Most varieties can get damaged on flower buds at -15ºC for peaches and below -4ºC for nectarines.
It is one of the most resistant fruit trees to low winter temperatures. Temperatures of -2°C will damage flowers. It requires long and cold winters and short and hot summers but with fresh nights and temperate springs.
European varieties are quite resistant to spring frosts, but the Japanese and American varieties are more demanding in temperature and humidity. Fruits and branches are sensitive to wind. European plums have a chilling requirement of 1,000 hours or more. Japanese plums have a chilling requirement of 550-800 hours.
Chilling requirements for apricots range from 300-900 hours. Apricots prefer relatively dry climates and it is quite resistant to drought. It is very sensitive to late winter frost or to the latest spring frost.

Requires well-drained and fertile soils for the best yields. They are the most sensitive stone fruits to water-logging.
Irrigation: Irrigation increases fruit size and yields, even in humid climates, and it is essential on shallow soils and in Mediterranean climates. Water supply is critical during fruit–fill.
Deep well drained soils are more productive. Limey and heavy soils with high pH are not tolerated. Cherries need irrigation or adequate soil moisture to ensure good fruit fill.
Deep well-drained soils with a pH of 5.5 to 6.5 provide the best crops. Plums, particularly European plums, are more tolerant of water-logging than other Prunus species and can be grown on heavier clay soils.
Deep fertile, light and well drained soils are best. Apricots are more tolerant of high soil pH and salinity than other Prunus species. They are intolerant of water-logging.

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