Hi Chris,

Fresh fruit is amazing--certainly worth a try in the yard!

For the Front Range, particularly where you are at a higher elevation, peaches are not generally recommended because they are so often damaged by late frosts.  You would get peaches only rarely, if ever!  

You might have better luck with a sour cherry (you could use them in pies, etc, but they are pretty tart for fresh eating), though these trees are often fairly short-lived (10-15 years).

Pears and apples are better suited for our part of the state.  You could consider getting a different variety than your neighbor if you choose a pear, or select an apple variety.  With both pears and apples, the bacterial disease known as Fire Blight is a potential concern, so look for varieties that are naturally resistant to it.  You may have to shop around a bit to find the most resistant varieties.

Pears--look for varieties called Alexander Lucas, Blake's Pride, Harrow Delight or Harrow Sweet, Magness, Maxine, Moonglow, Tyson, or Potomac. 

Apples--look for Enterprise, Winesap, Tusgaru, Empire, Golden Delicious, Fuji, or Cosmic Crisp(r).

More information about backyard orchards can be found here: https://extension.colostate.edu/topic-areas/yard-garden/backyard-orchard-apples-and-pears-2-800/

I hope this is helpful!

Cordially,

John

You're welcome, and happy gardening!