Snow Queen Nectarine

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:

• Flavor Profile: Extremely sweet and juicy with a balanced acidity, offering a rich, rounded flavor.

• Chill Requirement: Low chill requirement of approximately 250–300 hours, making it suitable for warmer climates like Southern California.

• Growth Habit: Vigorous and productive, typically reaching 12–15 feet in height with a spreading canopy. 

• Pollination: Self-fertile; does not require a pollinator tree.

• Harvest Time: Early summer, around June. 

• Hardiness Zones: USDA Zones 5–9. 

Care Tips:

• Sunlight: Requires full sun (6–8 hours daily) for optimal fruit production.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0.

• Watering: Regular watering is essential, especially during dry spells, to maintain consistent soil moisture.

• 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.

With its delectable flavor, low chill requirement, and adaptability, the Snow Queen nectarine is an excellent choice for home orchards and edible landscapes in warm regions.