A nectarine tree for the North! Tree withstands temperatures to -28F. Fruit has a bright-yellow flesh and smooth, red skin. Excellent flavor and fruit quality make it a favorite. Botanical Name- Prunus persica var. nectarina ‘Mericrest’ Pronunciation- PROO-nus PER-sih-kuh var. nek-tar-EE-nuh Foliage- Deciduous Mature Width- 10 ft Mature Height- 10 ft Sun Exposure- Full Sun Soil Preferences- Well-drained Current Size- 7 Bloom Color- Pink Bloom Time- Spring Companion Plants- Pink Lightning Tall Garden Phlox – provides complementary texture and seasonal interest Fauna Attracted- Bees, butterflies, fruit-eating birds Plant Habit- Tree
- Care Rating- Moderate
Default Beavercreek Nursery Bin – Yearly Care Instructions- Prune flowering varieties after bloom; water deeply in dry spells and watch for pests. Trimming Instructions- Prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove dead or crossing branches. Fertilization Instructions- Apply a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 14-14-14) in early spring; moderate to high feeding need for fruiting types. Clay soil should be amended to prevent standing water. Fertilizer Recommendation- Tree-tone Possible Issues- Peach leaf curl, black knot, aphids
