Nectarine Trees: prunus persica

Nectarines trees have been growing in popularity over the past few years and are an absolutely delicious fruit. Nectarine tree is a cultivar of the peach tree, scientifically known as Prunus persica, that is grown for its sweet, juicy fruit with smooth skin. Nectarines are similar in appearance and taste to peaches, but they have a smooth, rather than fuzzy, skin. Nectarine trees can around 15 feet tall and wide and have a rounded, spreading habit. They have bright green leaves and produce white or pink flowers in spring, which give way to nectarines in summer. Nectarines come in several colors, including yellow, white, and red, and can vary in size, flavor, and texture. They are a popular fruit for eating fresh, as well as for use in baked goods, jams, and other culinary applications. Nectarine trees are hardy and adaptable and can grow well in many climates., in areas of high rainfall, like the north coast of California, they are subject to bacterial canker and brown rot. All of our Nectarine tree varieties are self-fruitful.