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Prunus persica Crimson Gold - Nectarine Tree

Prunus persica Crimson Gold®
Peach, Peach tree

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Self-fertile variety. Nectarine with yellow flesh. Large round fruits, 8cm (3in) in diameter, orange-red. Closed, tasty and fragrant. The flesh does not stick to the stone. Harvest, abundant and regular, in July. Sensitive to spring frosts and drought.
Flavour
Sugary
Height at maturity
5 m
Spread at maturity
3 m
Exposure
Sun
Self-fertilising
Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time January, September to December
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Flowering time March to April
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Harvest time July
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Description

The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree is a self-fertile variety that is highly prolific. Its large round fruits measure 8cm (3in) in diameter and weigh between 100 and 130g. These nectarines are orange-red in colour and have yellow flesh. Firm, tasty, and fragrant, the flesh does not stick to the stone. The abundant and regular harvest begins when the fruits ripen in July. The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree is sensitive to spring frosts and drought.

The species name "persica" was given to the peach, which was thought to originate from Persia. In reality, all cultivated forms are native to northern China. The nectarine is a natural mutation of the peach that is believed to have occurred in the 16th century. The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree is an American mutation of the original Asian peach, developed in the USA by Floyd Zaiger in California.

Like many fruit trees, the Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree appreciates light, rich, and deep soils. It does not tolerate excess water or heavy, compact soils. It is a vigorously growing tree. Its spreading habit indicates a tall trunk tree with many horizontally growing branches, making harvesting easier. Its deciduous foliage is a vibrant green and emits a subtle almond scent. The leaves are long, measuring 8 to 15cm (3 to 6in) in length and 3 to 4cm (1 to 2in) in width, with short petioles.
Its white-pink flowering occurs in late March. This necessitates placing the tree, if grown in northerly regions such as north of the Loire, in a sunny and wind-protected location. The flowers are hermaphroditic and self-fertile. The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree is sensitive to spring frosts and drought.
The abundant and regular fruiting results in large round fruits, orange-red in colour, ready to be harvested in July. This tree does not require too much maintenance. It tolerates severe pruning, but not every year.

Nectarines can be enjoyed raw, cooked, sweet, savory, flambéed, frozen, or deglazed. They pair very well with wine and certain meats, such as duck. They can be found in numerous recipes, including jams, compotes, pastries, and more.

 

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Prunus persica Crimson Gold - Nectarine Tree (Harvest) Harvest

Plant habit

Height at maturity 5 m
Spread at maturity 3 m
Growth rate normal

Fruit

Fruit colour orange
Fruit diameter 8 cm
Flavour Sugary
Use Table, Jam, Compote, Patisserie, Cooking
Harvest time July

Flowering

Flower colour white
Flowering time March to April
Inflorescence Solitary
Flower size 2 cm
Bee-friendly Attracts pollinators
Flowering description Flowering occurs in late March. The tree, if it grows in northerly refgions such as regions north of the Loire, will therefore need to be protected from north and east winds and placed in a sunny position. The flowers are self-fertile.

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Botanical data

Genus

Prunus

Species

persica

Cultivar

Crimson Gold®

Family

Rosaceae

Other common names

Peach, Peach tree

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree is preferably planted from September to November. Dig a hole two to three weeks before planting, twice as wide and deep as the pot. On the day, place the tree with its pot in a basin of water, in order to moisten the entire root ball by capillarity. Install compost at the bottom of the hole. Place the tree in the hole, fill with a mixture of soil and compost. Gently firm the soil around the base of the tree as you fill, the roots should be in close contact with the soil. The root ball should be completely covered. Water generously.

The Crimson Gold® Nectarine Tree has a semi-pivoting root system. It will thrive in fairly deep soils. It also prefers a light and well-draining soil.

 

Planting period

Best planting time September to November
Recommended planting time January, September to December

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border, Free-standing, Orchard
Hardiness Hardy down to -12°C (USDA zone 8a) Show map
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral
Soil type Silty-loamy (rich and light), Well-drained

Care

Pruning instructions In the following spring after planting, a first training pruning will be welcome. Keep only the branches that will form the framework of the tree (about 5 branches). Fruit appears on one-year-old branches. Wood that has borne fruit will not reproduce. For the fruiting pruning, prune the branches that have already borne fruit to 2 buds above the future branching. Remove the branches in the centre that intersect and shorten the longest ones that extend outward in order to maintain a harmonious shape.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time January to February, December
Soil moisture Tolerant
Disease resistance Good
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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