Arctic Sprite Miniature Nectarine
Prunus persica nucipersica 'Arctic Sprite'
Pronunciation: PROO-nus PER-see-kuh
SKU #46785
| Description | A wonderful dwarf variety. Lovely pink spring blooms lead to tangy and sweet white-and-red-fleshed free-stone fruit. The naturally shorter size makes it easy to cover to protect from spring frost, as well as easier to harvest. Self-fruitful, but planting with other varieties will increase yield. Recommended chill: 450-600 hrs. Deciduous. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Spring |
| Mature Size | Reaches 6 to 8 ft. tall, 6 ft wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Compact Form |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Flower Attributes | Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Accent |
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| Flower Color | Pink |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care | Prefers moist, well-drained soil. Water deeply and regularly in the first few growing seasons to establish strong root system. Reduce frequency once established. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches. Thin young fruits to increase fruit size. Fertilize in late winter before blooms emerge. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 6-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone: 9
Good to grow!
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Sloat Garden Center 800 Camino Ramon
Danville, California 94526 -
Sloat Garden Center 828 Diablo Road
Danville, California 94526 -
Summerwinds Nursery 7360 San Ramon Road
Dublin, California 94568
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