Peach, Ranger, Bare Root

Peach, Ranger (Prunus persica 'Ranger')

Ranger is a hardy, productive freestone peach well-adapted to cold-winter climates, particularly the Mountain West and northern U.S. Bred in Colorado, this mid-season peach delivers medium to large, red-blushed fruit with juicy yellow flesh, excellent flavor, and reliable yields. Its cold hardiness and good resistance to bacterial spot make it a smart choice for home orchards, permaculture designs, and regenerative fruit systems in Zones 5-8.

Key Characteristics

• Flavorful, Freestone Fruit for All-Purpose Use
  Ranger produces round, medium to large peaches with bright yellow skin and a red blush. The yellow flesh is juicy, firm, and sweet, with a pleasant balance of acidity, making it great for fresh eating, baking, canning, or freezing.
• Cold Hardy and Reliable in Northern Climates
  Bred by Colorado State University, Ranger was specifically developed for cold hardiness and reliable fruit set in spring frost-prone areas. It's one of the most dependable peaches for growers in Zones 5-6, and performs well in higher elevations and cooler summer climates.
• Mid-Season Ripening with Consistent Yields
  Fruit ripens in late July to early August, filling a key window in the summer fruit calendar. Trees are known for consistently high yields when properly thinned and maintained.
• Good Disease Resistance and Low Maintenance
  Ranger shows moderate resistance to bacterial spot and performs well with low-input or organic orchard management when planted in full sun with good air circulation. It's relatively easy to prune and train due to its open, spreading growth habit.
• Self-Fertile and Pollinator Friendly
  Like most peaches, Ranger is self-fertile, though pollination can be enhanced by planting it near other peach varieties. Its early pink blossoms support bees and other early pollinators in spring.

Product Details

• Sun Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Medium
• Mature Height: 12-15 feet (depending on rootstock and pruning)
• Bloom Time: March-April
• Bloom Color: Pink
• Fruit Qualities: Medium-large, yellow flesh, sweet, firm, freestone
• Fruit Uses: Fresh eating, baking, preserving, freezing
• Fruit Ripening Month: Late July early August
• Required Chill Hours: ~850
• Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 5-8

Ranger is a resilient and productive peach tree for colder regions offering rich, juicy fruit and strong adaptability for growers who want flavor without fuss. Ideal for mountain orchards and northern permaculture landscapes.