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Snow Queen Nectarine
Snow Queen Nectarine
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Estimated winter chill: 250–300 hours
Actual performance depends on winter temperatures, site and care; this is not a crop guarantee.
Chill hours and South Orange County microclimates. Cultivar reference.
Pollination: self-fruitful
No partner required.
A second cultivar is optional; pollinating insects and suitable bloom weather still matter.
The Snow Queen nectarine is a cherished white-fleshed variety renowned for its exceptional sweetness, juiciness, and aromatic flavor. Its smooth, red-blushed skin encases nearly pure white flesh that is freestone, making it ideal for fresh eating, desserts, and preserves. This variety ripens in early summer, often by June, and is a consistent taste-test favorite among fruit enthusiasts.
Key Features:
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Flavor Profile: Extremely sweet and juicy with a balanced acidity, offering a rich, rounded flavor.
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Growth Habit: Vigorous and productive, typically reaching 12–15 feet in height with a spreading canopy.
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Pollination: Self-fertile; does not require a pollinator tree.
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Harvest Time: Early summer, around June.
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Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9.
Care Tips:
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Sunlight: Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily) for optimal fruit production.
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Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.
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Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent soil moisture.
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Pruning: Prune in late winter or early spring to maintain shape and encourage healthy growth.
Availability:
Available in 15-gallon, 24" box, and 36" box sizes. Please note: 24" and 36" box trees may require special equipment for unloading and may incur additional delivery charges.
Larger Sizes Available by Quote
24" Box, 36" Box, 48" Box may be available through our Southern California nursery network. Availability, specimen quality, delivery requirements and installation are verified before quoting. Request a quote for these larger sizes.
How ordering works
Use our website to request your preferred variety and container size. Submitting a request does not complete a purchase or guarantee availability. We verify stock and plant health, then confirm your selection, pricing and estimated delivery window. No payment is accepted until stock and plant health have been verified. If your selection is unavailable or does not meet our health standards, we discuss suitable alternatives with you before proceeding.
Delivery and professional planting are quoted separately unless expressly included. Explore professional planting or request a variety or specimen.
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