In 1996, Arctic Jay scored highest of all fruits in a blind taste test here at Dave Wilson Nursery. This freestone white-fleshed nectarine is richly flavored with a nice balance of acid and sugar. Arctic Jay sizes well and colors almost completely (80% 90% red over white background).
Arctic Jay White Nectarine
Arctic Jay White Nectarine


- Brief
High color, freestone. Exceptionally rich, balanced flavor. - Estimated Chilling Requirement
900-1,000 hours below 45°F - Pollination
Self-fertile
- Harvest Season within fruit type
early midseason - Harvest Dates
July 5 to July 20(approximate for Fresno, CA area)
Fruit & Nut Maturity Chart 2018 (full chart) - Fruit Size
Average diameter 2-5/8" to 3"
- Developed by Zaiger Genetics. U.S. Plant Patent No. 9908. (Expired)


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