Mericrest Nectarine Tree

Mericrest Nectarine TreeMericrest nectarine trees are celebrated for their cold hardiness and rich, sweet flavor. The medium sized fruit features smooth red skin over golden flesh and delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess. Perfect for fresh eating, drying, or baking, Mericrest is versatile and reliable. This self fruitful variety thrives in sunny locations with well draining soil, requiring moderate chill hours to perform its best. Its vigorous growth and

Mericrest nectarine trees are celebrated for their cold hardiness and rich, sweet flavor. The medium-sized fruit features smooth red skin over golden flesh and delivers a delightful balance of sweetness and tanginess. Perfect for fresh eating, drying, or baking, Mericrest is versatile and reliable. This self-fruitful variety thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil, requiring moderate chill hours to perform its best. Its vigorous growth and beautiful spring blossoms make Mericrest an excellent choice for gardeners in cooler climates.

Semi-dwarf on Citation rootstock.

• Zones: 5-9
• Chill hours: 800
• Bloom Time: Mid to Late Season (Based on typical Central Valley California weather)
• Harvest: July 7 - July 22
• Looks: Fruit is large and red-skinned, the inside yellow and freestone.
• Personality: Rich tangy flavor, high scorer on taste tests. Dave Wilson's Taste Test Top Scorer.
• Facts of note: One of the hardiest nectarines. Highly recommended for very cold (sub-zero) temperatures. Because it's late blooming, chances are better for a reliable crop in cold winter or unpredictable spring climates. Prof. E.M. Meader of the New Hampshire Experimental Station crossed the well-known Nectarest with Merideth to get Mericrest.
• Pollination: Self-fruitful

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