Nectarine trees originated in warmer regions. But there are now different varieties that are not only hardy, but some of which have proven to be particularly robust.

The nectarine tree and its sunny origin

The nectarine is a type of fruit whose origins date back to the 17th century. It was cultivated in Persia, China and Greece, with its popularity expanding into America and Europe in recent decades. Today, the main growing areas for nectarines are in Spain, France and Greece, as well as outside of Europe in South Africa, Chile and warm regions in the United States.

How hardy is the nectarine tree?

Due to its origin, the nectarine tree is used to warmer temperatures. However, there are now varieties that are hardy and survive in cooler regions. This means that a hardy nectarine tree is sufficiently robust to withstand lower temperatures and longer frosts. This also applies to the associated temperature drops, frost, exposure to wind and the development of frosty ground temperatures.

What else you should know about a nectarine tree

There are other interesting facts about the nectarine tree, viz

  • Nectarine trees do not have a long life expectancy in comparison and reach a maximum age of 30 years.
  • Nectarine trees are self-pollinating. This means no pollen dispensers are required.
  • There are different types of nectarine trees, so there are also trees that can be planted in a bucket and placed on the balcony.

A sheltered spot for your nectarine tree

Even if a nectarine tree is hardy, it is important to plant it as sheltered as possible, which applies equally to a nectarine tree planted outdoors or in a container. A sheltered location has, for example, a south-facing house wall, whereby the nectarine tree should be at a distance from the house that corresponds to the expected growth height, i.e. at least four to six meters.

Danger for the nectarine tree: late frost

It happens more and more frequently that the days are already getting warmer in February. Then the nectarine tree sprouts and the first blossoms become visible. However, the weather does not remain consistently warm and the late frosts can pose a serious threat. In fact, the flowers are only endangered for a few days, namely in the time between the opening of the flower and its fertilization.

tips and tricks

When buying a nectarine tree, pay attention to the properties of the respective nectarine variety, as there are differences in terms of robustness.

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