PEACHES
Growing Peach trees is possible in Wyoming, although it takes a little extra effort and patience. The issue is not the cold hardiness of some varieties, but rather the roller coaster Wyoming spring temperatures that we often experience. Peach trees tend to bloom early in the season, and a late spring freeze can easily damage the blossoms. Protecting the tree from winter sun damage and providing a nice sheltered location are often beneficial. It's definitely worth the effort though, and patiently waiting for a mild spring, will bring the ultimate reward of fresh, delicious peaches!
2025 varieties
CONTENDER
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Developed to be the latest blooming, most cold hardy variety of peach tree. A freestone peach with bright yellow flesh, sweet and extra juicy. Blooms in May.
ZONE 4 RIPENS MID-LATE AUGUST SELF FRUITFUL |
ELBERTA
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A famed peach for canning. Tree bears crops of large, attractive yellow fruit with a splash of crimson. Juicy, evenly yellow flesh is great for fresh-eating as well as freezing and canning. Self-pollinating.
ZONE 5 RIPENS SEPTEMBER SELF-FERTILE |
RELIANCE
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A vigorous and fast-growing tree that produce a heavy crop of medium sized, freestone, red blushed yellow fruits in mid-late summer. Great for canning, cooking, and fresh eating.
ZONE 5 RIPENS MID-LATE AUGUST SELF FERTILE |