'Red Gold' Nectarine Tree
Perfect for a hot summer's day
Grown by Mike
Roots' Cotswolds Valley Nursery
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'Red Gold' Nectarine Tree
- Few things are better than biting into a ripe nectarine on a sweltering summer's day, and 'Red Gold' nectarines are up there with the very best!
- Juicy and sweet with subtle tart notes, 'Red Gold' nectarines are large, freestone (meaning that the pit comes easily away from the fruit's flesh) and utterly delicious.
- The appearance of the fruit is preceded by glorious pink, springtime blossoms that help elevate any garden.
- These low-maintenance trees are a doddle to grow and like nothing more than to be trained into a fan shape against a sunny, south-facing wall.
- Eat your nectarines fresh, soak them in Muscat wine or bake into a decadent, nutty crumble.
- Like all peach and nectarine trees, 'Red Gold' is self-fertile, meaning you only need one tree in order to bear fruit (you don't need a pollination partner).
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Will this grow in my garden?
Can I grow this in a pot?
The 'Red Gold' nectarine tree is suitable for pot cultivation in a 50-centimetre container, though it requires a sheltered spot during cold winters.
How big does it get?
The Red Gold Nectarine Tree typically reaches a mature height of 3 to 4.5 metres and a spread of 3 to 4 metres, though this can be restricted by using dwarfing rootstocks.
How much sunlight does this need?
For optimal growth and fruit production, planting Red Gold Nectarine in a location that receives full sunlight, ideally at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sun per day, is essential. It thrives in a warm, sunny position with temperatures between 15 and 25 degrees Celsius.
What kind of soil does this plant prefer?
The 'Red Gold' nectarine tree prefers well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic sandy loam soil.
How much watering does this plant need?
The 'Red Gold' Nectarine Tree requires consistent watering of 3 to 5 centimetres per week to produce its vibrant, juicy fruits.
Will this plant need pruning?
Yes, the 'Red Gold' Nectarine Tree will need pruning. Prune in early spring just as buds begin to swell and temperatures rise above 5 degrees Celsius, cutting back older wood to encourage new fruiting branches.
How hardy is this plant?
The 'Red Gold' nectarine tree holds an RHS hardiness rating of H4, meaning it is hardy through most of the UK down to temperatures between -5°C and -10°C, though it may require winter protection in central and northerly locations or exposed sites.
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Meet Mike
Tree-growing skills honed right across the globe
Having started out in Australia, studied in Northern Ireland and volunteered at an organic farm in Sweden, it’s fair to say Mike’s done his fair share of travel on his horticultural journey, so far! Having happily laid down roots here at Roots, Mike is the don behind our tree-growing operation, imparting each and every one of his globally-honed skills to benefit your garden. Grown in our purpose-built nursery, in the ideal climatic conditions of the fertile Vale of Evesham, we’re proud to supply only the happiest, healthiest and hardiest trees.
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