Mayfire Nectarine Tree

Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Mayfire'

$149⁵⁹ $183⁴⁴

Out of stock
Stay Protected with Plant Sentry ™

Plant Size

Product variants

Plant Sentry™

Delivery and Shipping

Understanding Plant Options

Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:

Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements

Container Plant Sizes

Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.

Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2" x 2" x 3"	0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts	0.20 - 0.23 dry liters
4" Container	0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts	0.35 - 0.96 dry liters
4.5" Container	0.65 dry quarts	0.72 dry liters
6" Container	1.4 dry quarts	1.59 dry liters
1 Quart	1 dry quart	1.1 dry liters
5.5" Container	1.89 dry quarts	2.08 dry liters

Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
2 Quart	2 dry quarts	2.2 dry liters
#1 Container	2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts	2.49 - 4.11 dry liters
5" x 5" x 12"	3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts	3.85 - 4.74 dry liters

Mature Plants (2-4 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#2 Container	1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons	5.24 - 7.75 dry liters
#3 Container	2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons	8.14 - 12.16 dry liters

Large Plants (3-5 years old)

Container Size	Actual Volume	Metric Equivalent
#5 Container	2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons	12.86 - 20.35 dry liters
#6 Container	5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons	23.12 - 26.42 dry liters
#7 Container	5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons	26.34 - 28.76 dry liters

Bare Root Plants

Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.

Common Sizes:

Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet

Important Notes

Container Volume Specifications

Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents

Growing Conditions

Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment

Seasonal Availability

Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
Container plants are available throughout the growing season
Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes

Questions?

For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.

Plant Highlights

Mayfire Nectarine Tree highlights at a glance!

Botanical Name

Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Mayfire'
Growing Zones

5, 6, 7, 8
Mature Height

12 - 18 feet
Mature Spread

10 - 12 inches
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Medium
Soil

Well Drained Soil
Growth Rate

Medium
Flower Color
- Pink
Fall Color

Yellow, Brown
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Pruning Time

Late Winter
Bloom Period

Early Spring, Late Spring
Fragrant

Yes

Growing Zones 5-8

Find Your Growing Zone!

The cold-hardy and petite, Mayfire Nectarine Tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Mayfire') is one of the earliest Nectarines to ripen for home gardeners anywhere! Enjoy sweet and juicy fruit as early as mid-May depending on your climate!

Spring turns your tree into a vivid pink cloud of perfumed petals that the early emerging pollinators go crazy for! You’ll love stealing a few stems to force in late winter so you can get through those last cold months of the year. But leave as many outside as you can for the delightful fruit, and you won’t wait long because yellow fruit, with blushed red skins, appears in May for your enjoyment!

Mayfire, sometimes spelled May Fire, maxes out at about 12-18 feet in height and stays a smaller 10-12 feet in width, and prunable smaller yet to accommodate even the smallest yard or large planter! Best yet, Nectarines are self-fruitful, but you’ll enjoy a larger harvest when multiple Nectarines are planted together, not only boosting yield but extending your harvest to span the entire growing season and beyond!

Planting and Application:

Nature Hills Trees are shipped with their lower limbs, giving you a world of options for use! Enjoy a full, densely branched tree or shrub that provides shelter for birds and privacy for you! Or limb it up and create a small shade tree or specimen for anywhere in your yard! These ornamentals are as lovely as any flowering tree but you’ll also be rewarded with bushels of fruit for years to come!

Prune smaller yet and any balcony, patio or sunny porch becomes a tiny orchard! Try your hand at Espalier for a conversation piece that’s also a living wall or a space-saving showpiece! With smaller yards, the need for smaller footprint plants that pull double duty within the landscape is even greater!

Yellow-Fleshed Sweet Yellow Nectarines
Lovely Red Blushed Smooth Skin
Fragrant Pink Flowers
Small Trees & Pruned Smaller
Easy Care & Self-Fertile

#ProPlantTips for Care:

Nectarines do best planted in well-drained, enriched soil that’s in full sun. Provide a thick mulch layer to insulate the roots and give your tree extra water when times are tough.

Full Sun
Moist Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Prune When Dormant
750-850 Chill Hours

The Mayfire Nectarine Tree is just what you are looking for if you want an early Nectarine that fits into any yard! Order now at NatureHills.com for the best selection!