June Princess Nectarine

Name: June Princess Nectarine
Brand: Nature Hills Nursery
SKU: 23424E
Price: 83.92 USD
Availability: InStock
Rating: 4.57 (14 reviews)

Prunus persica 'June Princess'

Hardy in zones 5-9 with vigorous growth and excellent disease resistance
Self-pollinating tree produces abundant crops of sweet, freestone nectarines without requiring a second tree
Deep red skin with golden yellow flesh ripens in June and July with exceptional hang time for extended harvest
Showy pink spring blossoms attract pollinators before developing into medium-sized fruit that's perfect for fresh eating

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Plant Size

#3 Container | 3-4 ft

Product variants

Understanding Our Container Sizes

At Nature Hills, our plants are sold in industry-standard nursery containers. You will notice we use the word "container" rather than "gallon." Container numbers follow a nursery trade size standard, not liquid volume. The number tells you the plant's size category and general maturity level. A larger container means a more established plant with a stronger root system.

Container Sizes

Quart

Plant age: 6 months to 1 year
Best for: Ground covers, perennials, ornamental grasses
What to expect: Our smallest and most affordable size. Well-suited for planting in multiples across a large area. Allow 1 to 2 seasons for full establishment.

#1 Container

Plant age: 1 to 2 years
Best for: Shrubs, perennials, smaller trees
What to expect: About the size of a large coffee can. A well-developed root system in a manageable size. Good value choice when you have time to let the plant grow into the space over a season or two.

#2 Container

Plant age: 2 to 3 years
Best for: Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment
What to expect: A noticeable step up from a #1 in both plant size and root development. Good choice when you want visible presence without going to a larger size.

#3 Container

Plant age: 3 to 4 years
Best for: Most plants, most situations — flowering trees, shade trees, evergreen shrubs
What to expect: Our most popular size. Strong, developed root system. Plants in a #3 container make an immediate visual impact from day one. If you want a head start rather than waiting seasons for a plant to fill in, this is typically the right choice.

#5 Container and Larger

Plant age: 4 to 5+ years
Best for: Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact
What to expect: Large, mature plants ready to make an immediate statement in your landscape. We also carry #7 and larger sizes for select varieties.

Why "Container" and Not "Gallon"?

Nursery container sizes follow an industry trade standard established for the nursery and horticulture industry. The number is a size designation, not a measurement of liquid volume. Actual soil volume varies by plant type, root mass, and growing medium. Using "container" is the accurate industry term. When you see #1, #2, or #3, think of it as the plant's size tier, not a gallon measurement.

Root Pouch Containers

Some Nature Hills plants arrive in a Root Pouch, a breathable fabric container made from 100% recycled materials. Root Pouches encourage denser root development through air pruning, which discourages root circling and promotes a stronger, more fibrous root ball at the time of planting.

Plants growing in Root Pouch fabric containers, showing the breathable woven fabric construction

There are two types. Knowing which one you have changes how you plant:

Degradable (brown or tan fabric): Plant the entire pouch directly in the ground. The fabric breaks down naturally in the soil over time.
Non-degradable (black or gray fabric): Remove the pouch before planting. Cut the bottom open with scissors, then peel the sides away. The fibrous root ball will hold its shape.

Not sure which type you have? Check the tag on your plant or contact us and we will confirm.

Full Root Pouch planting guide

Choosing the Right Size

Size	Plant Age	Best For
Quart	6 mo to 1 yr	Ground covers, perennials, grasses. Budget-friendly for mass plantings.
#1 Container	1 to 2 yrs	Shrubs, perennials, small trees. Value choice for patient gardeners.
#2 Container	2 to 3 yrs	Shrubs and trees where you want faster establishment.
#3 Container	3 to 4 yrs	Most plants. Immediate visual impact. Our most popular size.
#5 and larger	4+ yrs	Specimen plants, privacy screens, maximum instant impact.

Still not sure which size is right for your project? Our plant specialists are happy to help. Contact us and we will point you in the right direction.

Plant specifications
Plant Characteristics	Cold hardy, Flowering, Edible, Self-pollinating, Ornamental Berries/Fruit, Attracts pollinators
Sunlight	Full sun
Height	12-15 ft
Width	12-15 ft
Growth Rate	Fast
Blooms In	Spring
Flower Color	Pink
Fragrant	Yes
Suitable Space	Outdoors
Plant Name	Cherry
Botanical Name	Prunus persica 'June Princess'
Species	persica
Cultivar	June Princess
Class	Magnoliopsida
Does Not Ship To	AK, CA, HI, ID, MT, OR, PR, WA

June Princess Nectarine brings the sweet taste of summer to your backyard with juicy, freestone fruit that ripens when the season is just heating up. This productive cultivar of Prunus persica stands out for its reliable harvests, disease resistance, and the exceptional quality of its fruit. Unlike fuzzy peaches, nectarines have smooth, glossy skin that requires no peeling, and June Princess delivers classic nectarine flavor with deep red skin and golden yellow flesh that's sweet, firm, and perfectly balanced.

Spring Beauty Sets the Stage

Before the fruit arrives, June Princess puts on a spring flower show that rivals any ornamental tree. In early spring, branches explode with fragrant pink blossoms that attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators to your garden. These showy flowers appear before the leaves fully emerge, creating a cloud of pink that signals winter's end. The blossoms are not just beautiful but also self-fertile, meaning you only need one tree to get a full crop of fruit. Planting a second nectarine nearby will increase yields, but it's completely optional.

Harvest Season Glory

The real payoff comes in June and July when this fast-growing tree delivers its namesake harvest. Medium-sized nectarines develop with predominantly red skin that deepens as they ripen, with less yellow showing through than many other varieties. What makes June Princess exceptional is its hang time. Most stone fruits need immediate picking once ripe, but these nectarines can stay on the tree for weeks after reaching maturity, ripening to full softness and developing deeper sugar levels without dropping or spoiling. This extended harvest window means you can pick fruit as you need it rather than processing bushels all at once.

The freestone flesh separates cleanly from the pit, making these nectarines ideal for fresh eating, slicing into salads, grilling, or baking into cobblers and tarts. The firm texture holds up well to handling and transport, so fruit stays beautiful from tree to table.

Vigorous Growth and Reliable Performance

June Princess grows with enthusiasm, reaching 12 to 15 feet in height and spread at maturity. This vigor translates to fruit production, with trees often bearing within the first few seasons after planting. The cultivar shows notable disease resistance compared to older nectarine varieties, reducing the need for intensive spraying programs. Regular pruning maintains tree health, controls size, and ensures consistent annual crops by stimulating new fruiting wood.

Cold hardiness extends from zone 5 through zone 9, making June Princess adaptable to diverse climates. The tree requires a winter chill period to break dormancy and produce flowers, which occurs naturally across its hardiness range. In warmer zones, it performs particularly well for southern gardeners seeking a reliable nectarine that thrives in heat.

Why Grow June Princess Nectarine

If you want fresh nectarines without the fuss of complicated cross-pollination requirements or constant disease battles, June Princess delivers. The combination of self-fertility, disease resistance, extended harvest period, and superior fruit quality makes this one of the best nectarine choices for home orchards. Whether you're establishing a backyard fruit collection or adding to an existing orchard, June Princess gives you professional-quality nectarines with straightforward care requirements.

Where to Plant

Sunlight: Plant in full sun with at least 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight daily for maximum fruit production. Trees grown in partial shade will produce fewer blossoms and smaller crops.

Soil: Thrives in well-drained sandy or loamy soil with a pH between 6.0 and 7.0. Heavy clay soils need amending with coarse sand or compost to improve drainage. Plant in a raised bed if your soil stays wet, as standing water leads to root rot. Avoid low-lying areas where cold air settles, as late spring frosts can damage blossoms.

Watering Requirements

Water deeply twice weekly during the first growing season to establish a strong root system. Once established, provide two gallons of water per week or one inch of rainfall during the growing season. Mature trees can go two weeks between waterings with this same amount. Keep soil evenly moist during fruit development, as inconsistent watering causes fruit splitting and drop. Reduce watering in fall as trees enter dormancy.

Pruning Tips

Prune annually during late winter dormancy before buds swell. Nectarines produce fruit on one-year-old wood, so removing some of the previous year's growth encourages new fruiting branches. Thin the canopy to allow sunlight and air circulation, which reduces disease pressure. After harvest, thin next year's fruiting wood to pencil-sized branches spaced 4 to 6 inches apart for larger fruit. Summer pruning controls tree height and maintains manageable size.

Fertilizer Needs

Apply a balanced fruit tree fertilizer or one higher in phosphorus and lower in nitrogen in early spring before new growth begins. Too much nitrogen produces excessive leafy growth at the expense of fruit production and makes trees more susceptible to disease. A second light application in early summer supports fruit development. Avoid fertilizing after July, as late-season growth won't harden off before winter and becomes vulnerable to frost damage.

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Tree arrived in bad condition

Tree arrived with yellow leaves and clear pest damage. Contacted Nature Hills who said it’s fine just transit condition. Been in ground for 2 weeks and has not improved. Very frustrating!

In fairness the other tree I bought is in good condition.

Arrived in great condition

Arrived in great condition.
Planted right away and am babying it so it takes hold.

Nectarines really do reward that early attention, so it sounds like you're off to a good start. Once it settles in and puts on some new growth, you can ease back a bit and let it find its footing. Thanks for planting with us, Melissa.

Tree came in real good condition

Tree came in real good condition. I planted with plenty of garden soil and some manure in the hole. It had blossoms and I already have 5 or 6 small peaches growing.

Redhaven is a reliable producer, but getting fruit in the first season is a genuinely good sign that the tree settled in well. The combination of amended soil and manure gives it a strong nutritional start. Thin those peaches to one every six inches or so if you have not already, and the ones that remain will size up nicely. Thanks for sharing the update, Phil.

Beautiful tree

Ordered my tree last year and requested delivery for this Spring. When I called to check on the timing of my delivery this Spring, Brian, in Customer Service, was very helpful and made a call to their grower in Oregon. Within a week, my beautiful 5' tall tree arrived - well packaged - and the tree is loaded with fruit. It has been over a week now and no fruit has dropped. The tree is well shaped, straight as an arrow and the leaves are regaining their dark green color. Very happy with the tree, with Brian and the whole experience.

Thank you, Narda! We’re thrilled your 5‑foot fruit tree from our Oregon grower arrived healthy, well‑packaged, and already setting fruit. Brian and the Nature Hills Nursery Customer Service team appreciate your kind words—enjoy your new fruit tree, and reach out anytime for expert care tips!

Arrived healthy and looks like

Arrived healthy and looks like it will produce nice fruit next year. I am anticipating the peaches next year. Worth the wait.

Excellent Peach Plants

Wonderful plants. Arrived in excellent condition. Thank you.

Just peachy

I planted a red haven one year and got peaches the following years that the way all fruit should grow yum yum

Hi Ellie,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Redhaven Peach Tree! It’s heartwarming to know that your tree produced delicious peaches so soon after planting—that’s exactly the kind of fruitful success we love to hear about. Peaches can truly bring such joy to a garden and your description of “yum yum” definitely brightened our day.

If you ever want tips on pruning, pest management, or ensuring even better fruit production year after year, feel free to reach out. We also have a great blog and care guides that can help keep your peach tree thriving for many seasons to come.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Great little tasty peach

Grows great in California , can't stand yellow peaches this is tree for you has a sweet honey light peach flavor . PS. Kids love them.

Jim and Jan

Even though this peach tree requires regular pruning and thinning, it is worth the efforts. We have enjoyed watching this tree grow and produce the most wonderful and tasty peaches. Our grandkids love to pick and eat the fruit when they visit.

Hello Delicious,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Redhaven Peach Tree! We’re thrilled to hear that all the pruning and thinning efforts have paid off with such delicious rewards—and what a special joy it must be to see your grandkids happily picking fruit right from your garden. Peach trees do indeed require a bit of care, but it sounds like you’ve found the perfect rhythm to keep yours healthy and productive.

To help keep those peaches coming, you might consider checking out our pruning guides and thinning tips on our website, which offer seasonal reminders to make the process even easier. Also, regular watering and mulch can really support fruit quality and overall tree health as the seasons change.

Thank you again for letting us be a part of your garden’s journey. We’re always here to help should you need advice down the road!

Bloom on,
The Nature Hills Plant Knowledge Team

Jim and Jan

Dear Delicious,

Thank you so much for sharing your wonderful experience with your Redhaven Peach Tree! We're delighted to hear that, despite the regular pruning and thinning needed, your efforts have truly paid off with such tasty fruits. It’s heartwarming to know your grandkids enjoy picking the peaches—those moments of family joy are what make gardening so special.

If you ever want tips on pruning techniques or ways to help improve thinning, feel free to reach out! We’re always happy to provide advice to help your peach tree thrive even more. Also, don’t forget healthy soil and proper watering can make a big difference in the tree’s overall health and fruit quality.

Happy to be part of your gardening journey!

Rooting for your garden’s success,
Your Nature Hills Plant Care Team

Best fruit

I want my own tree

My husband and I took a trip to Lake Erie a couple of weeks ago. We stopped at a fruit/vegetable market on the way home and picked up some redhaven peaches. They were the most awesome peaches Ive ever had. I sliced 12 of them up and made a peach cobbler that was incredible with vanilla bean ice cream! We loved them so much that my husband is considering planting the seeds to see if we can get a tree to grow so we can have our own supply!

Hi Angiemac,

Thank you so much for sharing your lovely story! We’re thrilled to hear that those Redhaven peaches from Lake Erie inspired such a delicious peach cobbler—you truly captured one of the best ways to enjoy fresh peaches! It’s wonderful that you and your husband are thinking about planting a tree of your own.

While growing a Redhaven Peach tree from seeds is a fun experiment, keep in mind that seed-grown peach trees can sometimes have unpredictable fruit quality and may take several years to bear fruit. If you want the ultimate assurance of juicy, delicious peaches like you enjoyed, you might consider ordering a nursery-grown Redhaven Peach tree, which is carefully propagated for flavor and growth. We’d be happy to help you choose the perfect tree that will thrive in your local climate and soil conditions.

In the meantime, if you’d like to try growing from pits, a helpful tip is to remove the seed from the pit gently, clean it well, and give it a cold stratification by placing it in moist peat moss in the fridge for 6-8 weeks to help it break dormancy. Then plant it in a deep pot for good root development.

If you have any questions about planting or care, just reach out—we’d love to support your journey to having your own peach harvest.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

I want my own tree

Dear Angiemac,

Thank you so much for sharing your delightful story! We’re thrilled to hear how much you and your husband enjoyed those Redhaven peaches—and that peanut butter, freshly picked flavor really shines in a homemade cobbler (especially with vanilla bean ice cream!). Your idea of planting the seeds to grow your own tree is wonderful.

While growing a peach tree from seed can be a rewarding adventure, keep in mind that it might take several years for the tree to fruit, and the peaches might not be exactly like the parent fruit since peaches don’t grow true to seed. If you’re eager for a bountiful harvest sooner, we’d recommend starting with a grafted Redhaven Peach Tree, which ensures the fruit’s quality and begins producing typically within 2-4 years.

In the meantime, if you do choose to experiment with seedlings, make sure the seeds are fully dried and cold stratified by refrigerating them for about 6-8 weeks before planting outdoors or in a pot. This process mimics winter conditions and helps the seed break dormancy.

Feel free to browse our peach tree care guides on NatureHills.com for tips on planting location, soil preparation, and pest prevention to set your tree up for longtime success.

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Just peachy

I planted a red haven one year and got peaches the following years that the way all fruit should grow yum yum

Dear Ellie,

Thank you so much for sharing your delightful experience with your Redhaven Peach Tree! It’s always wonderful to hear when our customers enjoy the fruits—quite literally!—of their gardening efforts, and we agree that peaches grown at home are truly yum yum worthy. Your success is exactly what we hope for when you plant with us.

If you ever want tips on pruning, fertilizing, or protecting your tree from pests to keep those future harvests just as bountiful, feel free to reach out. We also have helpful care guides on our website that might inspire your next planting adventure!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Frequently Asked Questions

What USDA hardiness zones can June Princess Nectarine trees grow in?

June Princess Nectarine trees thrive in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. These trees need sufficient chill hours and protection from late spring frosts that can damage the early pink blossoms. Choose a sunny, well-drained location for best fruit production and winter survival.

How tall and wide will a mature June Princess Nectarine tree get?

June Princess Nectarine trees typically reach 12-15 feet tall and 10-12 feet wide at maturity. This fast-growing variety develops a rounded canopy that's perfect for backyard orchards. Plan for adequate spacing when planting, and shop at Nature Hills for healthy, nursery-grown specimens.

How often should I water my newly planted June Princess Nectarine tree?

Water newly planted June Princess Nectarine trees deeply twice per week for the first growing season. Apply 1-2 inches of water each time, soaking the root zone completely. Check soil moisture 2-3 inches down and adjust frequency based on rainfall and temperature.

Is June Princess Nectarine a fast-growing or slow-growing fruit tree?

June Princess Nectarine is a fast-growing tree that quickly establishes and begins producing fruit. This vigorous cultivar develops rapidly once planted, allowing you to enjoy homegrown nectarines sooner than slower-growing varieties. Plant in spring for best establishment.

Are June Princess Nectarine trees deer resistant?

June Princess Nectarine trees are not deer resistant, as deer readily browse fruit tree foliage and will eat the nectarines. You'll need fencing, netting, or deer repellent to protect your harvest. Consider browsing deer-resistant alternatives available at naturehills.com if deer pressure is severe.

What are good companion plants to grow near June Princess Nectarine trees?

Plant nitrogen-fixing legumes like clover or vetch as ground cover to naturally fertilize your nectarine tree. Herbs like basil, chives, and marigolds can help deter pests while attracting the same beneficial pollinators that visit the spring blossoms. Keep companions low-growing to avoid root competition.

What fertilizer should I use for June Princess Nectarine and how often?

Feed June Princess Nectarine with balanced 10-10-10 fertilizer in early spring before flowering and again after harvest in summer. Stone fruits need moderate nutrition to avoid excessive leaf growth at fruit's expense. Apply according to package rates based on tree age and size.

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