{"product_id":"harko-nectarine-tree-ca","title":"Harko Nectarine Tree - Prunus persica","description":"\u003ch3\u003eHarko Nectarine Tree (Prunus persica)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Harko Nectarine Tree is a robust fruit-bearing variety that produces abundant harvests of remarkably sweet, juicy stone fruit. This resilient cultivar thrives in cooler climates and naturally resists common orchard diseases, making it an excellent choice for home growers seeking reliable production without heavy chemical inputs. Buy Harko Nectarine Trees online to enjoy homegrown fruit as early as your first or second season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLandscaping Uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlant your Harko Nectarine in a sunny, sheltered location within your landscape where it receives at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily. Position it on the south-facing side of a structure to protect delicate spring blossoms from harsh winds and late-season freezes. This attractive tree also serves as an ornamental specimen with its showy pink flowers before transitioning into a productive fruit source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHeight: 15–20 feet\u003cbr\u003eWidth: 15–20 feet\u003cbr\u003eGrowth Rate: Moderate\u003cbr\u003eSun: Full sun (6–8 hours minimum)\u003cbr\u003eWater: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist but well-drained\u003cbr\u003eSoil: Well-draining loam; amended with compost\u003cbr\u003eUSDA Zones: 5–9\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhy Homeowners Love It\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Exceptional sweetness and juicy flavor that ranks among the finest varieties\u003cbr\u003e• Natural disease resistance eliminates the need for frequent spraying and harsh pesticides\u003cbr\u003e• Early fruiting potential within the first two years of planting\u003cbr\u003e• Low-maintenance care requirements once established in the landscape\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePlanting \u0026amp; Care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose a location with excellent drainage and full sun exposure, then dig a planting hole twice the width of the root ball and equal in depth. Work compost into the surrounding soil to improve drainage and nutrient content. Water weekly at the base, keeping the soil moist without waterlogging. After six weeks of growth and once frost danger passes, apply a balanced 12-12-12 fertilizer. During the first two years, prune your tree in late winter or early spring to establish an open center form and maximize fruit production, making cuts at 45-degree angles with clean pruning shears.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Florida Plant Nursery","offers":[{"title":"1-2 ft.","offer_id":45814304866490,"sku":"16640","price":209.92,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0757\/3520\/4026\/files\/harko-nectarine-tree-ca.jpg?v=1777509980","url":"https:\/\/floridaplantnursery.com\/products\/harko-nectarine-tree-ca","provider":"Florida Plant Nursery","version":"1.0","type":"link"}