{"product_id":"reliance-peach-tree-grafted-live-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-freestone-peach-zones-4-8","title":"Reliance Peach Tree – Cold Hardy Freestone Peach | Zones 4–8 | Grafted Live Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eGrow delicious cold-hardy peaches with the Reliance Peach grafted starter tree, a dependable variety prized for its sweet mild flavor and exceptional winter hardiness. Originally developed in New Hampshire, this tree thrives in colder climates and reliably produces medium-to-large freestone peaches even after harsh winters. The juicy fruit is excellent for fresh eating, baking, canning, freezing, desserts, jams, and homestead orchards.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn spring, the tree is covered with beautiful pink blossoms that attract pollinators and add ornamental beauty to edible landscapes and backyard gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 grafted Reliance Peach starter tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHealthy live rooted fruit tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf-pollinating freestone peach variety\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNaturally grown pesticide-free plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSecure packaging for safe shipping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eGrowing Information\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommon Name: Reliance Peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBotanical Name: Prunus persica ‘Reliance’\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant Type: Fruiting deciduous tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Stage: Grafted rooted starter plant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSun Requirements: Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSoil: Rich well-draining soil\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWatering: Moderate during establishment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMature Height: Approximately 20+ feet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth Habit: Upright fast-growing tree\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Flesh: Freestone peach\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Flavor: Mild sweet peach flavor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFruit Size: Medium to large\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHarvest Season: July\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollination: Self-pollinating\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTime to Fruit: Approximately 2–3 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSpecial Features: Extremely cold hardy, ornamental spring blooms, heavy producer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUSDA Zones: 4–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCold Hardiness: Approximately -25°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChill Hours Required: Approximately 1000 hours below 45°F\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCare Tip\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant in full sun with good airflow for healthiest growth and best fruit production. Annual pruning helps maintain tree shape and encourages larger sweeter peaches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Condition Disclosure\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may be shipped dormant, leafless, recently pruned, bare root, or partially defoliated depending on season, weather, and shipping requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eNatural variation in size, branching, foliage density, color, root structure, and overall appearance should be expected.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eImportant Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eYou will receive a live starter plant (seedling\/young plant). Listing photos show the plant at a mature stage for reference only. The actual plant size, shape, and appearance may vary and will be significantly smaller than the images shown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCustomer Notice for Live Plants\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eLive plants may experience normal shipping stress such as leaf loss, yellowing, wilting, or minor branch damage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePlease consider local weather before purchasing. Extreme heat, freezing temperatures, severe weather, shipping delays, or unattended packages may increase plant stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDue to the perishable nature of live plants, returns are generally not accepted. If there is an issue with your order, please contact us within \u003cstrong\u003e48 hours\u003c\/strong\u003e of delivery and provide the required photos for review.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhotos of the shipping box\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePhoto of the shipping label\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClear photos of the plant from multiple angles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eScratch test photos if the plant appears dead or dormant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eDormant, stressed, defoliated, wilted, or transit-shocked plants are not automatically considered dead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eClaims submitted without the required photos or more than 48 hours after delivery may not be eligible for review, replacement, or refund.\u003c\/p\u003e\n","brand":"PlantsruleShop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52499621675140,"sku":null,"price":150.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1014\/5254\/6180\/files\/ListingShopify2_16_4ca360f9-3dcf-459b-abd8-4ac59406bf4b.jpg?v=1783662638","url":"https:\/\/nataliesbotanicalgarden.com\/products\/reliance-peach-tree-grafted-live-fruit-tree-cold-hardy-freestone-peach-zones-4-8","provider":"Natalie's Botanical Garden","version":"1.0","type":"link"}