Nectarine x 'Hardired'

Nectarine x 'Hardired': Firm Nectarines with Reliable Stone Quality

Hardired carries orange-red nectarines with firm yellow flesh and a semi-freestone character. It is self-pollinating and noted for tolerance of cold, disease resistance and comparatively little pit splitting.

Plant Characteristics:

• Height: 6-7 m
• Spread: 5-6 m
• Flower Colour: Pink
• Flowering Period: Early Spring
• Foliage: Green
• Sunlight Requirements: Full Sun
• Soil Requirements: Moist to Average Soil; Well-Drained Soil

Uses and Benefits: Enjoy the August crop fresh or use it in desserts, canning and preserves. Its firm fruit is a practical choice for a versatile nectarine harvest.

Care Instructions: Plant in a sunny site with fertile, well-drained soil. Thin overloaded branches and maintain an open framework of productive shoots. Keep moisture consistent while the orange-red fruit fills out.