Fruit Tree
Nectarine
Prunus persica var. nucipersica
Varieties We Carry
Martha JanePrunus persica var. nucipersica
Sizes & Pricing
30 galFrom$275.00
Fresh this week. Last restocked Mar 11.
LightFull Sun
WaterModerate
Mature size10-20 feet × 10-15 feet
About Nectarine
Nectarine (Prunus persica var. nucipersica) is a smooth-skinned stone fruit tree that can be grown in NE Florida using low-chill-hour varieties (150–300 hours) developed by the UF breeding program. Trees ripen fruit in April–May, ahead of competing markets, and must be grafted on 'Flordaguard' nematode-resistant rootstock for Florida soils. Starting at $275.00.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring
- Flower Color
- Pink
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Recommended forZone 9b · St. Augustine, FL
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Seasonal care
Bloom season. New foliage emerges. Good planting window.
Active growing season.
Foliage may begin to change or drop.
Dormant — drops foliage. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Light
Nectarines require full sun (minimum 8 hours daily) for best fruit production. In NE Florida, choose a south- or west-facing site with good air circulation to reduce fungal disease pressure.
Water
Water regularly during the growing season, especially during fruit development. In NE Florida's sandy soils, deep watering 1–2 times per week is typical; reduce after harvest and during winter dormancy. Consistent moisture reduces fruit split and stress.
Soil & Fertilizer
Plant in well-drained sandy or loamy soil; in NE Florida, all nectarines should be grafted onto nematode-resistant 'Flordaguard' rootstock. Fertilize with a balanced citrus or fruit tree fertilizer in early spring, late spring, and mid-summer. Apply preventive fungicide (sulfur or copper) after harvest to prevent peach rust and scab in Florida's humid summers.
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Common questions
Is Nectarine a good plant for St. Augustine?
Nectarine is a fruit tree for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, reaching 10-20 feet × 10-15 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.