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NECTARINE RED GOLD (3 gallon) Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Red Gold'

NECTARINE RED GOLD (3 gallon) Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Red Gold'

Large Freestone Nectarines with Exceptional Flavor and Color

Red Gold Nectarine produces large, firm freestone nectarines with exceptional flavor and brilliant red skin over golden-yellow flesh. This mid-season variety is prized for its outstanding taste, attractive fruit, and reliable production, making it a favorite for fresh eating and preserving.

Key Features

  • Large Freestone Nectarines: Easy to pit and perfect for fresh eating
  • Exceptional Flavor: Sweet, juicy flesh with outstanding taste
  • Brilliant Color: Red skin over golden-yellow flesh
  • Mid-Season Harvest: Reliable production in mid-summer
  • Self-Fertile: Produces fruit without a pollinator

Growing Specifications

  • Light: Full sun
  • Mature Size: 12-15' tall x 12-15' wide
  • Hardiness: Zones 5-9
  • Type: Deciduous fruit tree
  • Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and encourage fruiting

Landscape Uses

Perfect for home orchards, edible landscapes, and fruit gardens. Works beautifully as a specimen tree or in groups. Provides spring blossoms and delicious summer fruit.

Care & Growing Conditions

Plant in full sun in well-drained, slightly acidic soil rich in organic matter. Apply mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Water regularly during establishment and fruit development. Fertilize in early spring with a fruit tree fertilizer. Thin fruit when small for larger, higher quality nectarines.

For detailed planting instructions, visit our Proper Planting Directions page.

Pricing & Availability
All items are subject to availability. You may contact us via email - mulchpit1@gmail.com or call us at 615-754-7076 to check our current availability. We strive to keep our website prices accurate, but prices are subject to change.

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