{"title":"Nectarine Trees","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"seasonal-plant-offers\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBare Root Tree Shipping Offer\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBuy six eligible bare root trees and receive free standard shipping to the lower 48. Review the \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/bareroot-tree-terms\"\u003eDormant Plants \u0026amp; Trees Terms\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/shipping-policy\"\u003ecurrent shipping policy\u003c\/a\u003e for eligibility, exclusions, timing, and claim requirements.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eShop bare root nectarine trees for richly flavored, smooth-skinned fruit. Compare yellow- and white-fleshed selections, harvest periods and climate requirements to find an appropriate tree for your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a Bare Root Nectarine Tree\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMatch chill hours and USDA zone guidance to your site.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReview rootstock and mature size before planning spacing.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompare harvest timing, flavor and intended use.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBefore You Plant\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost nectarines are self-fruitful, but always check the individual product page. Plant in full sun with good drainage and use regular pruning and fruit thinning to support tree structure and fruit quality.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"collection-navigation-links\"\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eExplore Related Collections\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bareroot-trees\"\u003eAll Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/bare-root-peach-trees\"\u003ePeach Trees\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/apricot-trees\"\u003eApricot Trees\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/nectaplum-trees\"\u003eNectaplum Trees\u003c\/a\u003e · \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/low-chill-bare-root-trees\"\u003eLow-Chill Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- bare-root-tree-guides-v1 --\u003e\u003csection class=\"bare-root-tree-guides\" aria-label=\"Fruit tree guides\"\u003e\u003ch2\u003eNectarine Tree Guide\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/nectarine-vs-peach-taste-texture-and-growing-needs\"\u003ePeach vs. Nectarine: Selection and Growing Needs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/section\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf","title":"Double Delight Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine Tree gives gardeners two distinct reasons to look forward to the growing season. In spring, vivid double pink blossoms cover the branches with a display that feels more like an ornamental flowering tree than a conventional orchard variety. Summer follows with smooth, red-blushed nectarines and firm yellow freestone flesh, delivering a bright balance of sweetness, tang, and classic nectarine aroma. The fruit is flavorful enough to enjoy straight from the tree and sturdy enough for grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing. This combination of showy bloom and useful harvest makes Double Delight especially rewarding in a visible part of the garden, where it can contribute beauty before the fruit even begins to form. It is an excellent choice for shoppers who want an edible landscape tree that earns attention in more than one season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis adaptable variety needs about 300 chill hours and grows across USDA zones 6–10. In suitable climates, harvest commonly falls from early to mid-July. Plant it where the blossoms and fruit can be enjoyed in full sun, with well-drained soil and room for air to move through the canopy. Regular thinning improves fruit size and reduces strain on branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDouble Delight is self-fruitful and capable of cropping by itself. Another peach or nectarine with overlapping bloom may draw additional pollinators and support fruit set. Pairing it with an earlier white nectarine also creates an appealing contrast in color, acidity, and harvest timing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium yellow-fleshed freestone nectarine with red-blushed skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, tangy, aromatic, and lively\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Plant with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for an earlier white-fleshed crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-suncrest-semi-dwarf-7150\"\u003eSuncrest Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for midseason variety.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prune for an open canopy and thin clusters so developing nectarines do not crowd one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Double Delight was introduced by Zaiger Genetics as part of its breeding work combining ornamental bloom with dessert-quality fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543277822065,"sku":"FT130","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/DoubleDelight2.png?v=1747085997"},{"product_id":"nectarine-mericrest-semi-dwarf","title":"Mericrest Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eMericrest Nectarine Tree gives gardeners in colder regions a chance to grow fruit with the polish and intensity of a fine summer nectarine. Its large fruit develops smooth red skin over golden freestone flesh, creating a vivid contrast when sliced. The flavor is rich and sweet with a lively tang that keeps each bite bright, while the melting flesh remains satisfying fresh and useful for drying, baking, preserves, and freezing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShowy spring flowers add ornamental value, but Mericrest’s real distinction is its ability to combine taste-test quality with unusual cold hardiness and later bloom. In areas where winter temperatures or erratic spring weather make nectarines uncertain, that resilience can transform an ambitious planting into a dependable pleasure. For shoppers who refuse to choose between strong garden performance and memorable fruit, Mericrest offers both in one handsome, productive tree.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMericrest needs about 800 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–9. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock generally ripens from early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eMericrest is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible nectarine or peach may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eMericrest Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large red-skinned nectarine with yellow freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, sweet, tangy, juicy, and melting\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-harko-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarko Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Its late bloom helps avoid some frost, but thin heavy fruit sets to protect limbs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mericrest was developed at the New Hampshire Agricultural Experiment Station as part of its cold-climate stone-fruit breeding work.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543587217521,"sku":"FT121","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/mericrest-nectarine-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747085549"},{"product_id":"nectarine-harko-semi-dwarf","title":"Harko Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHarko Nectarine Tree brings cold-region adaptability together with the rich, melting flavor people expect from a fine yellow nectarine. Its medium fruit ripens to an almost solid deep red, creating a dramatic exterior around firm golden freestone flesh. Each bite is sweet, juicy, and aromatic with enough traditional nectarine tang to keep the flavor lively. The fruit’s good texture makes it satisfying fresh and dependable for baking, preserves, and freezing. In spring, very large pink flowers give the spreading tree enough beauty to serve as an accent in an edible landscape before its heavy crop begins to develop. For gardeners in climates where nectarines can feel risky, Harko offers an appealing combination of cold hardiness, disease resistance, strong fruit set, handsome bloom, and taste-test quality—a practical tree that does not ask shoppers to compromise on pleasure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarko needs about 800 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 5–8. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock ripens from early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHarko is self-fruitful and capable of bearing alone. Another compatible nectarine or peach may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHarko Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm yellow freestone nectarine with nearly solid deep red skin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, juicy, richly aromatic, and well balanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, preserves, canning, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Early to mid-July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5–8\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 800 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for a later crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-frost-semi-dwarf\"\u003eFrost Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for another cold-region selection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavy fruit set should be thinned to improve size and reduce the risk of limb damage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The “Har” in Harko identifies the Harrow research station in Ontario, where the cold-hardy nectarine was bred.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543587610737,"sku":"FT124","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Harko_Nectarine.jpg?v=1766094835"},{"product_id":"nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf","title":"Heavenly White Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine Tree lives up to its name with fruit that looks elegant on the branch and tastes luxurious at the table. Its medium to very large nectarines develop cream-colored skin washed with luminous red, creating a beautiful exterior around pale, juicy flesh. The flavor is honeyed and aromatic, yet enough acidity remains to give it depth and prevent the sweetness from tasting flat. Its firm texture softens as the fruit ripens, making Heavenly White equally attractive for fresh eating, fruit salads, tarts, preserves, and other recipes where both flavor and appearance matter. Delicate pink spring blossoms add seasonal beauty before the crop arrives. For gardeners who love white-fleshed stone fruit, this variety offers the smooth skin of a nectarine, the fragrance of a fine white peach, and a polished combination of sweetness, complexity, and visual appeal.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White needs about 650 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 6–9. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock ripens from mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHeavenly White is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible peach or nectarine may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large cream-and-red nectarine with pale white flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honeyed, aromatic, juicy, and balanced by gentle acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, tarts, preserves, canning, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e About 650 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/arctic-glo-white-nectarine-tree\"\u003eArctic Glo Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for a brighter white-fruit flavor or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for an earlier crop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin developing fruit and harvest when fragrant with a slight give for the fullest flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heavenly White originated in the Zaiger Genetics white-nectarine breeding program in Modesto, California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543588003953,"sku":"FT125","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Heavenly_White_Nectarine_Tree-2.jpg?v=1747085546"},{"product_id":"nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf","title":"Snow Queen Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine Tree brings the luxurious flavor of a fine white peach together with the smooth skin and satisfying bite of a nectarine. Its early fruit develops a rich red blush around creamy white flesh that is firm when first picked, then softens to a melting, exceptionally sweet texture as it ripens. The flavor is rich, aromatic, and low in acidity, making Snow Queen especially appealing to anyone who enjoys intensely sweet stone fruit without a tart finish. With no fuzz to peel, the beautiful fruit is effortless to eat fresh and striking when sliced into salads, breakfast dishes, or simple summer desserts. For gardeners who want their orchard season to begin with something memorable, Snow Queen offers early anticipation, handsome fruit, and dessert-quality flavor that can be difficult to find in commercially harvested nectarines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis low-chill nectarine needs about 250–300 hours and fits mild-winter orchards in USDA zones 8–10. In suitable climates, the fruit usually ripens from mid- to late June, opening the stone-fruit season ahead of many peaches. Provide full sun, well-drained soil, steady moisture, and annual pruning to keep the canopy open.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSnow Queen is self-fruitful and can bear on its own. A second nectarine or peach with overlapping bloom may encourage more pollinator activity and support fruit set, and a later-ripening companion lets you build a longer sequence of fresh fruit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red-blushed nectarine with creamy white freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Exceptionally sweet, rich, and aromatic with low acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, salads, desserts, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mid- to late June, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 8–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 250–300 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Follow it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or pair it with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-babcock-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBabcock Peach\u003c\/a\u003e for two styles of white stone fruit.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin young fruit and protect the smooth skin from rubbing branches as the crop develops.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snow Queen was introduced from Floyd Zaiger’s California breeding program during the modern revival of white-fleshed nectarines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543588823153,"sku":"FT126","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Snow_Queen_Nectarine_Tree.jpg?v=1747085543"},{"product_id":"nectarine-white-arctic-jay-smdwf-tr","title":"Arctic Jay White Nectarine","description":"\u003cp\u003eArctic Jay White Nectarine is an especially flavorful choice for gardeners who want white-fleshed stone fruit with more dimension than sweetness alone. Its smooth skin develops a dramatic dark red blush, creating a contrast with the firm white flesh inside. As the fruit ripens, its texture becomes succulent and its aroma deepens, revealing a lively balance of sugar and acidity with a distinctive spicy finish. That complexity makes Arctic Jay exciting eaten fresh, when its flavor can be appreciated, and equally attractive sliced into a summer fruit plate or elegant dessert. The combination of striking color, smooth skin, freestone convenience, and layered flavor gives this nectarine a refined quality that stands apart from ordinary grocery-store fruit. It is the kind of variety chosen not simply to fill an orchard space, but to create a harvest people remember.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis freestone nectarine is at its best eaten fresh, where its smooth skin, firm texture, and layered flavor can take center stage. It also works beautifully in fruit salads, grilled desserts, crisps, and preserves. Pick the fruit when it has developed full color and fragrance and gives slightly to gentle pressure; allowing white nectarines to finish ripening properly is important for their best flavor.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArctic Jay is self-fruitful and can produce a crop on its own. Planting another compatible nectarine or peach with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set. A companion with a different harvest period can also extend the home orchard’s stone-fruit season rather than concentrating everything into one short window.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor healthy growth, choose a sunny location with well-drained soil, water deeply during establishment and fruit development, and prune annually to maintain an open canopy. Thin crowded fruit while it is still small to improve airflow, reduce stress on branches, and help the remaining nectarines develop good size and finish.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArctic Jay White Nectarine Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Attractive, dark red-blushed nectarine with firm white freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Rich, aromatic, and balanced between sweetness and acidity, with a distinctive spicy finish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful and productive on its own; another compatible variety with overlapping bloom may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for another white-fleshed selection or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for contrasting yellow flesh and showy spring bloom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin developing fruit and keep the canopy open to light and air.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arctic Jay belongs to Zaiger Genetics’ Arctic series of white nectarines developed in California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21543589281905,"sku":"FT128","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/arctic-jay-nectarine-B.jpg?v=1747085541"},{"product_id":"arctic-glo-white-nectarine-tree","title":"Arctic Glo White Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eArctic Glo White Nectarine Tree is for fruit lovers who appreciate brightness, complexity, and a little dramatic flair. Its smooth, dark red skin surrounds pale flesh streaked with deeper red near the pit, giving each sliced nectarine a striking jewel-toned appearance. The flavor is not the mild sweetness sometimes associated with white fruit: Arctic Glo combines ample sugar with a lively tart edge and plum-like overtones that make every bite vivid and refreshing. That bold personality is especially rewarding fresh from the tree, but it also brings depth to preserves, dried fruit, salads, and desserts. With showy spring flowers before the crop develops, Arctic Glo contributes beauty as well as flavor and offers home orchardists a nectarine that is genuinely different from ordinary supermarket selections.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eArctic Glo needs 400–500 chill hours and is suited to USDA zones 4–9. On Citation rootstock it remains semi-dwarf, and its July harvest fits neatly into the heart of the stone-fruit season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis variety is self-fruitful and can produce by itself. A compatible nectarine or peach nearby may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eArctic Glo White Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Smooth dark red nectarine with aromatic white flesh and red accents\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet-tart, lively, and complex with plum-like overtones\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, drying, preserves, fruit salads, and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e July, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–500 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for a sweeter white selection or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for yellow-fleshed contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow fruit to color fully and thin crowded clusters for better size and finish.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Arctic Glo came from Zaiger Genetics’ Arctic series, whose shared name identifies a family of white-fleshed nectarines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21545003090033,"sku":"FT129","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/arctic-glo-nectarine-B.jpg?v=1747082768"},{"product_id":"honey-kist-nectarine-tree","title":"Honey Kist Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eHoney Kist Nectarine Tree is an unusually approachable nectarine for people who love intense sweetness but prefer less sharp acidity. Its freestone fruit develops reddish-orange skin mottled with golden yellow, creating a warm, glowing appearance around yellow flesh. The flavor is high in sugar and subacid, so even fruit picked while still fairly firm can taste pleasantly sweet rather than harsh or under-ripe. That wider eating window makes Honey Kist convenient for a home harvest: gardeners can begin enjoying the crop before every nectarine softens at once, while later fruit becomes increasingly juicy and aromatic. Smooth skin and firm flesh make it excellent for fresh eating, lunchboxes, fruit plates, baking, and freezing. For shoppers seeking dessert-like sweetness, attractive fruit, and flexibility at picking time, Honey Kist offers a distinctive alternative to more tart traditional nectarines.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant Honey Kist in full sun with well-drained soil and good airflow. Water deeply during establishment and fruit development, prune annually, and thin crowded clusters to improve fruit size and protect branches.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHoney Kist is self-fruitful and capable of bearing alone. Another compatible peach or nectarine may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHoney Kist Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Reddish-orange and yellow mottled freestone nectarine with yellow flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e High sugar, subacid, firm when picked, and increasingly juicy as it ripens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, lunchboxes, fruit plates, baking, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for brighter acidity or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-snow-queen-semi-dwarf\"\u003eSnow Queen Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for white-fleshed sweetness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Begin tasting while fruit is still firm; subacid nectarines can be enjoyable before they soften fully.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Honey Kist originated in the Zaiger Genetics nectarine-breeding program in California.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":21545003417713,"sku":"FT132","price":64.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/honey-kist-nectarine-tree-semi-dwarf.jpg?v=1747082765"},{"product_id":"freckle-face-nectarine-tree-semi-dwarf","title":"Freckle Face Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eFreckle Face Nectarine Tree has the playful name and distinctive appearance to spark conversation, but its flavor is what earns it a permanent place in the orchard. Medium fruit develops deep red skin scattered with golden freckles, creating a speckled finish that makes every nectarine look slightly different. Beneath the smooth skin is tender yellow flesh with concentrated sugar, intense nectarine aroma, and enough acidity to keep the sweetness vivid and exciting. The result is a fruit that tastes bold rather than merely sugary and is equally appealing eaten fresh, baked into desserts, or turned into intensely flavored jam. Pink spring blossoms add another season of interest before the spotted crop appears. For gardeners who enjoy varieties with personality, Freckle Face offers visual charm, memorable flavor, and a harvest that looks unmistakably homegrown.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreckle Face needs 400–600 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 4–9. It is semi-dwarf on Nemaguard rootstock and generally ripens from July into August, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFreckle Face is self-fruitful and can crop alone. Another compatible stone fruit nearby may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFreckle Face Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Red-skinned yellow nectarine covered with distinctive golden freckles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e High sugar, intense nectarine character, and balancing acidity\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, baking, jams, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e July to August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 400–600 hours\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Nemaguard rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible peach or nectarine may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin crowded fruit and maintain good airflow to help the spotted skin finish cleanly.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The golden speckles that inspired its name are not blemishes—they are part of this nectarine’s characteristic coloring.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39848412348529,"sku":"FT351","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Freckle_Face_Nectarine_jpg.jpg?v=1766095839"},{"product_id":"sicilian-nectarine","title":"Sicilian Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eSicilian Nectarine Tree is a rare piece of local immigrant orchard history, preserved for fruit that looks modest but tastes unlike standardized commercial nectarines. Small fruit develops pale skin and white flesh with light red striping on the sunny side. Fully ripe, it becomes richly sweet, aromatic, and intensely flavorful, rewarding gardeners who value character over supermarket uniformity. The mature source tree in the Grass Valley area remained compact, healthy, and productive with relatively little care, helping this seedling earn attention from preservationists. Each harvest offers a direct connection to the family and agricultural traditions that carried fruit varieties across oceans and generations. For collectors, local-history gardeners, and anyone who wants truly uncommon fruit, Sicilian Nectarine provides both a delicious crop and the chance to keep a distinctive heirloom story alive in a new orchard.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePlant this tree in full sun with well-drained soil and good airflow. Prune to maintain an open canopy, water deeply while establishing, and thin developing fruit to improve size and protect limbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSicilian Nectarine is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible nectarine or peach may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSicilian Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Small pale-skinned nectarine with white flesh and light red striping\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Richly sweet, aromatic, and more intense than typical commercial fruit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, preserves, baking, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/silver-logan-white-peach\"\u003eSilver Logan White Peach\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow fruit to ripen fully on the tree for its deepest heirloom flavor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e The variety is believed to have been brought from Sicily to California’s Grass Valley community many decades ago.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Felix Gillet Institute","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40547549347953,"sku":"FT376","price":89.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Scicillian_Nectarine_edit.jpg?v=1747080602"},{"product_id":"fantasia-nectarine-tree","title":"Fantasia Nectarine Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eFantasia Nectarine Tree is a classic yellow nectarine with enough flavor range to please people who enjoy fruit at different stages of ripeness. Its large, smooth-skinned fruit develops a handsome red-and-yellow finish around firm golden freestone flesh. Picked earlier, the nectarine has a crisp bite and lively tang; allowed to hang and soften, it becomes sweeter, juicier, and richly aromatic while retaining the refreshing acidity that gives traditional nectarines their character. That versatility makes Fantasia excellent fresh and equally useful for grilling, baking, preserves, and colorful fruit desserts. Spring brings showy pink blossoms before the substantial crop develops, so the tree contributes ornamental appeal as well. For gardeners seeking a recognizable, full-flavored nectarine rather than an excessively mild selection, Fantasia offers beauty, abundance, and a satisfying balance of sugar and bright fruit acidity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFantasia needs 500 chill hours or less and grows in USDA zones 4–9. This semi-dwarf tree on Citation rootstock ripens from late July into mid-August, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eFantasia is self-fruitful and can bear alone. Another compatible peach or nectarine may encourage pollinator activity and support fruit set.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFantasia Nectarine Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large red-and-yellow nectarine with firm yellow freestone flesh\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Tangy when firm; increasingly sweet, rich, and juicy when fully ripe\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, grilling, baking, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late July to mid-August, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e 500 hours or less\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful; another compatible stone fruit may support pollinator activity and fruit set.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended companions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pair with \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-harko-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHarko Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for an earlier crop or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHeavenly White Nectarine\u003c\/a\u003e for white-fleshed contrast.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Thin the crop for size and choose harvest timing based on the balance of tang and sweetness you prefer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething Special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fantasia was released from the USDA stone-fruit breeding program in Fresno, California, in the late 1960s.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Semi-Dwarf BareRoot","offer_id":40614432309361,"sku":"FT120","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/Fantasia_Nectarine.png?v=1769672290"},{"product_id":"showy-flowers-peach-nectarine-3-on-1-multi-grafted-fruit-tree","title":"Showy Flowers Peach\/Nectarine, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eShowy Flowers Peach\/Nectarine 3-on-1 Multi-Grafted Fruit Tree is designed for gardeners who want an edible tree to command attention before harvest even begins. Three grafted varieties share one trunk, producing a spring display that may include pink, red, and full double blossoms with the drama of an ornamental flowering tree. Summer then transforms those branches into a varied collection of peaches and nectarines with smooth or softly fuzzy skin, yellow or pale flesh, and a range of sweet, aromatic flavors.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDifferent grafts can ripen at different times, turning one planting space into a succession of fresh fruit rather than a single brief crop. Exact varieties vary and cannot be selected, so each tree is its own curated combination. For a visible edible landscape, this tree offers the rare pleasure of choosing neither beauty nor productivity—it brings both to the same canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis standard tree on Nemaguard rootstock needs approximately 200–600 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 7–10. Its grafts generally ripen from August into early September, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe compatible grafts can support pollination within the canopy. Label each branch and prune according to vigor so one selection does not dominate the other two.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eShowy Flowers Peach\/Nectarine, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A variable assortment of peaches and nectarines from three grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sweet, juicy, floral, and aromatic, with differences among grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, desserts, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e August to early September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 7–10\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 200–600 hours, depending on grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Nemaguard rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful as a multi-grafted tree; compatible varieties share one canopy and support fruit set together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePossible varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selections vary and cannot be chosen; possible grafts may include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/fantasia-nectarine-tree\"\u003eFantasia\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/stark-saturn-peach-tree\"\u003eStark Saturn\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-red-baron-semi-dwarf\"\u003eRed Baron\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-midpride-semidwarf-tree\"\u003eMid-Pride\u003c\/a\u003e, or \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-double-delight-semi-dwarf\"\u003eDouble Delight\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Orient stronger grafts north when practical, label each scaffold, and prune the most vigorous more heavily.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e Few fruit trees combine three harvests with such varied blossom forms and colors in a single canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42554622935153,"sku":"FT281","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT281_Showy_Flowers_Peach-Nectarine_3_on_1_Multi-Grafted_e64403a0-ae68-4caa-8ea3-946c9d0ed8a9.png?v=1769675692"},{"product_id":"white-peach-nectarine-3-on-1-multi-grafted-fruit-tree","title":"White Peach\/Nectarine, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eWhite Peach\/Nectarine 3-on-1 Multi-Grafted Fruit Tree gathers three elegant white-fleshed stone fruits into one space-saving orchard tree. Each graft contributes its own expression of the white-fruit style: creamy flesh, floral fragrance, abundant sweetness, and gentle acidity, paired with either smooth nectarine skin or the familiar softness of a peach. As different branches ripen, the harvest can reveal subtle contrasts in firmness, aroma, blush color, and flavor while extending the season beyond what one cultivar could provide.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePink spring blossoms create an attractive prelude before the pale, red-blushed fruit develops. Exact grafted varieties vary and cannot be selected, making every tree its own thoughtfully assembled collection. For gardeners who consistently reach for white peaches and nectarines, this tree offers discovery, variety, and premium fresh-eating fruit without requiring three separate planting locations.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis standard tree on Lovell rootstock needs approximately 600–750 chill hours and grows in USDA zones 6–9. Its component varieties generally ripen from August into early September, with timing varying by region and season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCompatible grafts share one canopy and can support fruit set together. Keep every scaffold labeled and manage vigorous branches so all three varieties continue receiving light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhite Peach\/Nectarine, 3 on 1 Multi Grafted Fruit Tree Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFruit:\u003c\/strong\u003e A variable assortment of white-fleshed peaches and\/or nectarines\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlavor and texture:\u003c\/strong\u003e Floral, delicately sweet, aromatic, and varied by graft\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest uses:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh eating, fruit salads, desserts, preserves, and freezing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest:\u003c\/strong\u003e August to early September, with timing varying by region and season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eUSDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6–9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately 600–750 hours, depending on grafts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Standard on Lovell rootstock\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Self-fruitful as a multi-grafted tree; compatible varieties share one canopy and support fruit set together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePossible varieties:\u003c\/strong\u003e Selections vary and cannot be chosen; possible grafts may include \u003ca href=\"\/products\/nectarine-heavenly-white-semi-dwarf\"\u003eHeavenly White\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-arctic-supreme-semi-dwarf-zaiger\"\u003eArctic Supreme\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-white-lady-smdwf-tr\"\u003eWhite Lady\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/products\/peach-babcock-semi-dwarf\"\u003eBabcock\u003c\/a\u003e, or Arctic Rose.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpecial care:\u003c\/strong\u003e Label each graft and prune stronger scaffolds more heavily to maintain a balanced canopy.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSomething special:\u003c\/strong\u003e One tree can reveal the subtle flavor and texture differences between several premium white peaches and nectarines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eOrchard Planning Resources\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/bare-root-tree-selection-guide\"\u003eBare Root Tree Selection Guide\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/articles\/planting-bare-root-trees-for-beginners-a-comprehensive-guide\"\u003eHow to Plant Bare Root Trees\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=drivesdk\"\u003eFruit \u0026amp; Nut Tree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/e\/2PACX-1vRTawkXXtycdiTxe58p-gVjdAzuxvNCc7sZ9wri56m0rgvBQIbRObXuK2hSdDHL08ev0R3uzcupme6D\/pubhtml\"\u003eTree Rootstock Characteristics Chart\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42554623000689,"sku":"FT280","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/FT280_White_Peach_Nectarine_3_on_1_Multi-Grafted_4f66c41b-2812-40f9-a08f-6c911822e9b7.png?v=1769675686"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/collections\/FT128-a_e9de0f92-fcd0-4dcd-b76c-99f4c3c526fc.jpg?v=1786831001","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/collections\/nectarine-trees.oembed","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}