{"product_id":"reliance-peach","title":"Reliance Peach","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"132\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"47\"\u003ePeach, Reliance (Prunus persica ‘Reliance’)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"609\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"134\" data-end=\"144\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e lives up to its name as one of the most cold-hardy peach varieties available, bred specifically for growers in northern climates where winter temperatures regularly dip below zero. Hardy to Zone 4, it withstands extreme cold and still produces a dependable crop of medium-sized, yellow-fleshed, freestone peaches with a sweet, mild flavor. Ripening in late July to early August, the fruit is excellent for fresh eating, canning, baking, and preserving.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"611\" data-end=\"1088\"\u003eVigorous, productive, and self-fertile, \u003cem data-start=\"655\" data-end=\"665\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e is a favorite among homesteaders and orchardists in cold regions seeking a resilient, low-maintenance peach tree. Its showy pink blossoms bloom early in spring and are a valuable nectar source for pollinators. Though the flavor is less complex than southern varieties, its reliability, cold tolerance, and versatility make \u003cem data-start=\"993\" data-end=\"1003\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e an essential tree for regenerative systems and edible landscapes in colder climates.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1095\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1099\" data-end=\"1122\"\u003eKey Characteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1126\" data-end=\"1172\"\u003eExtremely cold-hardy for northern orchards\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1172\" data-end=\"1175\"\u003e\u003cem data-start=\"1177\" data-end=\"1187\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e is one of the few peaches that reliably survives and fruits in USDA Zone 4. Ideal for growers in the Northeast, upper Midwest, or mountainous regions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1342\" data-end=\"1385\"\u003eFreestone fruit with sweet, mild flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1385\" data-end=\"1388\"\u003eProduces medium-sized, red-blushed fruit with golden yellow flesh. The freestone nature makes it easy to process for canning, freezing, or baking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1540\" data-end=\"1580\"\u003eSelf-fertile and consistent producer\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1580\" data-end=\"1583\"\u003eNo pollination partner is needed. \u003cem data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1629\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e fruits reliably even after harsh winters and can be counted on for annual harvests with minimal inputs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1737\" data-end=\"1782\"\u003eValuable addition to permaculture designs\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1782\" data-end=\"1785\"\u003eCompact and manageable, it integrates well into food forests, fruit tree guilds, and small orchard systems. Pair with pollinator plants, nitrogen fixers, and dynamic accumulators for optimal performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1994\" data-end=\"2037\"\u003eEarly spring bloom supports pollinators\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"2037\" data-end=\"2040\"\u003eIts pink blossoms provide nectar for bees and beneficial insects early in the season, helping support pollination across the orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2182\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2186\" data-end=\"2205\"\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2241\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2209\" data-end=\"2230\"\u003eSun requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2289\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2244\" data-end=\"2266\"\u003eSoil requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2322\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2292\" data-end=\"2307\"\u003eBloom time:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2348\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2325\" data-end=\"2341\"\u003eBloom color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pink\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2442\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2351\" data-end=\"2371\"\u003eFruit qualities:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium-sized, red-blushed skin, yellow flesh, sweet, mild, freestone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2504\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2445\" data-end=\"2460\"\u003eFruit uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, canning, preserving\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2560\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2507\" data-end=\"2532\"\u003eFruit ripening month:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late July to early August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2597\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2563\" data-end=\"2588\"\u003eRequired chill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e ~1,000\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2644\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2600\" data-end=\"2629\"\u003ePollination requirements:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fertile\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2678\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"2647\" data-end=\"2672\"\u003eUSDA Hardiness zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2685\" data-end=\"2876\"\u003eIf you’ve struggled to grow peaches in cold winters, \u003cem data-start=\"2738\" data-end=\"2748\"\u003eReliance\u003c\/em\u003e is the solution. Cold-hardy, self-sufficient, and delicious, it brings peach harvests to northern homesteads with minimal fuss.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Farm Connection","offers":[{"title":"3 Gallon \/ 3-4' \/ Standard MP 29 Rootstock","offer_id":49334214295811,"sku":"TFT-09106","price":1.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0675\/1128\/8067\/files\/Peach-Reliance-Tree-for-Sale_90673382-3c31-4226-81bb-7b400461d3c5.png?v=1734136961","url":"https:\/\/tfcnursery.com\/products\/reliance-peach","provider":"The Farm Connection","version":"1.0","type":"link"}