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Ranger Peach

Name: Ranger Peach
Brand: The Farm Connection
SKU: TFT-0956
Price: 1.0 USD
Availability: OutOfStock

Cold-Hardy Peach with Juicy Summer Fruit

Mid-season freestone peach with sweet, juicy flesh. Cold hardy and productive ideal for northern orchards and regenerative fruit systems.

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Pot size

3 Gallon

Tree Size

3-4'

Rootstock

Standard Halford

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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.