RELIANCE PEACH

Plant Name: Reliance Peach
Scientific Name: Prunus persica ‘Reliance’ — Reliance Peach
Mature Height: 15–25 ft
Mature Spread: 15–20 ft
Growth Rate: Fast (2–3 ft/year)
Sun: Full sun
Water: Moderate; ~10–15 gal/week while establishing, then ~15–20 gal every 7–10 days once established; increase during fruit development and extreme heat
Foliage: Medium green, lance-shaped, deciduous
Fall Color: Yellow to orange
Flower Color: Pink
Bloom Time: Early to mid-spring
Fruit: Medium-sized, yellow-fleshed peaches with yellow skin and a red blush; sweet, juicy, and flavorful
Harvest Time: August
Hardiness Zones: 5–8 (−20°F to 20°F)
Features: Extremely cold-hardy peach; reliable producer; freestone fruit; excellent fresh-eating quality; good for canning, baking, and preserves
Additional Facts: Self-fruitful and does not require another peach for pollination. Reliance is particularly valued for its cold hardiness and ability to produce fruit in areas with colder winters than many other peach varieties.