One of the finest white peaches. Medium to large fruit with dark pink blush over a beautiful cream to pale green background. White freestone flesh, tinged with red, is sweet with exceptional flavor and aroma. Originated in Bakersfield, CA, introduced in 1935.
Nectar White Peach
Nectar White Peach
a.k.a. Original Nectar
- Estimated Chilling Requirement
800 hours below 45°F - USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
5 - 9 - Pollination
Self-fruitful.
- Bloom Season within fruit type(see note)
early midseason - Harvest Season within fruit type
midseason - Harvest Dates
July 5 to July 19(approximate for Hickman, CA)
-WHERE TO BUY-
HOME GARDEN/RETAIL NURSERY CATALOG
WHILE DWARFING ROOTSTOCKS HAVE IMPORTANT ADVANTAGES, ROOTSTOCKS SHOULD BE SELECTED PRIMARILY FOR ADAPTABILITY TO THE SOIL AND CLIMATE OF THE PLANTING SITE. For the 2020-21 planting season, Nectar is offered on the following rootstock(s) (listed in order of quantity in production, largest quantity first):
Lovell (standard)
Citation (semi-dwarf, 1/2 to 2/3 of standard size)
