Firebrite Nectarine

Prunus persica 'Firebrite'

Firebrite nectarine is an early-maturing variety with a yellow, semi-cling flesh with a bright red skin over a golden yellow background. The tree is moderately vigorous and highly productive with a good resistance to bacterial spot. Firebrite ripens near Redhaven peach time.

Height 10-15 Feet

Spread 10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

Prunus persica 'Firebrite' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips Nectarines are self-fertile and can be planted by themselves. Treat a nectarine just like peaches when growing. Thin early and agressively for good size. Prune every year to maintain vigor. You should seek to get between 1-3 feet of new growth a year. Over, 3 feet and you are probably fertilizing too much..

A Little History about Firebrite Nectarine One of the many USDA introductions from California coming to us about 1969.

Prunus persica 'Firebrite' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character • Self-fertile • Thin early for size • Thin heavily for size • Early blooming	Disease Resistance • Bacterial spot tolerant	Fruit Characteristics • Semi-clingstone • Medium size fruit	Growth Rate/Habit • Average vigor • Early to bear • Very productive • Spreading habit
Harvest Period • Early summer	Other Attributes • Sub-acid flavor • Very sweet	Site Requirements • Full Sun • Winter hardy	Skill Required • Easy to grow
Uses • Cooking or baking • High dessert quality