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Firebrite Nectarine

Firebrite Nectarine

Prunus persica 'Firebrite'

Firebrite nectarine is an early-maturing variety with a yellow, semi-cling flesh with a bright red skin over a golden yellow background. The tree is moderately vigorous and highly productive with a good resistance to bacterial spot. Firebrite ripens near Redhaven peach time.

Firebrite Nectarine Pricing

Item # Description Price
19 Firebrite Nectarine on Standard (Lovell) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

10-15 Feet

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Spread

10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Prunus persica 'Firebrite'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Nectarines are self-fertile and can be planted by themselves. Treat a nectarine just like peaches when growing. Thin early and agressively for good size. Prune every year to maintain vigor. You should seek to get between 1-3 feet of new growth a year. Over, 3 feet and you are probably fertilizing too much..

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A Little History about Firebrite Nectarine

One of the many USDA introductions from California coming to us about 1969.

Prunus persica 'Firebrite' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Thin heavily for size
• Early blooming
• Self-fertile
• Thin early for size
Disease Resistance
• Bacterial spot tolerant
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
• Semi-clingstone
Growth Rate/Habit
• Spreading habit
• Average vigor
• Early to bear
• Very productive
Harvest Period
• Early summer
Other Attributes
• Sub-acid flavor
• Very sweet
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Winter hardy
Skill Required
• Easy to grow
Uses
• High dessert quality
• Cooking or baking