Snow Queen Nectarine Tree

Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Snow Queen'

$149⁹⁹

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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

Snow Queen Nectarine Tree highlights at a glance!

Specifications

Brand

Nature Hills' Choice
Botanical Name

Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Snow Queen'
Growing Zones

8-10
Mature Height

20 - 25 feet
Mature Spread

20 feet
Sun Exposure

Full Sun
Moisture

Moderate
Soil

Well-Drained
Growth Rate

Fast
Pollinator Friendly

Yes
Pollinator Required

No
Fragrant

Yes
Pruning Time

When Dormant
Bloom Period

Early Spring
Harvest Time

Early Season

Growing Zones 8-10

Find Your Growing Zone!

Grow satisfyingly sweet fruit in your own backyard when you buy our Snow Queen Nectarine Tree (Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Snow Queen') this season. Snow Queen is a showy beauty that rewards growers with a delicious crop year after year! It's also well known for its beautiful display of beautiful flowers each spring.

When the Snow Queen comes into her own each spring, your neighborhood will be abuzz with talk of her beautiful pink flowers that cover every limb, top to bottom. By harvest time, pick an abundance of fruit fresh that is heralded for its super sweet flavor! Featuring sweet white flesh beneath its red-tinged skin. This is perhaps the sweetest among all varieties and a proven taste-test champion.

This old-fashioned freestone tree produces juicy fruit that the whole family loves. You'll be glad to give them a sweet heaping helping of vitamins C and A! Nothing beats the telltale aroma of fresh Nectarines waiting in a fruit bowl on the counter. Enjoy them fresh from the tree, slice them into fruit salad, or add them to a crisp, tart or pie in place of peaches. Nectarines are also delicious as jams and jellies, holding up well when canned or frozen.

Planting and Application:

If you ask us, the best way to use these nectarines is in a mass planting in the backyard to create your very own orchard or hedgerow of delicious fruit. However, if you don't have multiple acres at your disposal, planting just one of these self-fertile trees in your backyard is a great option too!

There, it can serve as a gorgeous spring-flowering ornamental tree and follow later in the season with copious amounts of nectarines for your enjoyment. Adding a Snow Queen to your landscape will leave you baking with nectarines for a long time! The blooms and gorgeous foliage are enough to plant it front and center as a specimen!

White Flesh is Sweet & Juicy
Beautiful Show of Spring Flowers
Early Season Harvest
Freestone Fruit
Great for Baking, Jams & Fruit Salad

#ProPlantTips for Care:

The minimal pruning and care required by Snow Queen make it a grower's favorite. It fruits with just 250-300 chill hours, making it ideal for warm climates. Plant it in full sun, and enriched well-drained soil. This variety is self-pollinating but you'll find you get higher yields with another.

Full Sun - Great in Hot Climates
Moderate Consistent Moisture & Thick Mulch
Well-Drained Enriched Soil
Low Chill 250-300 Hours
Low-Maintenance Fruit Tree

We promise there's nothing like biting into a freshly picked Nectarine. Get your Snow Queen Nectarine Tree in time for planting this season. Order at NatureHills.com now!

Snow queen nectarine

Pleasantly readable on to the botanical (sole reason for perusal) spreadsheet. Project ghan 319. District 9 Los Angeles city. Cement removal. Cut 4 foot slab_planks. Definite location for low chill drupes.thank you.

Dear Ivan G.,

Thank you so much for sharing your insightful thoughts about the Snow Queen nectarine and how you’re consulting botanical resources like the spreadsheet mentioned. It’s wonderful to hear you’ve identified District 9 in Los Angeles as a promising zone for low chill drupe varieties like your import with Project Ghan 319.

Regarding your mention of cement removal and cutting a 4-foot slab/plank for planting—thank you for highlighting those details! When preparing a site historically occupied by concrete, ensuring good soil depth and amendment is key to helping nectarines thrive in reclaimed spaces. If you haven’t yet, I recommend gently testing soil drainage and loosening compacted earth before planting to foster strong root penetration. Additionally, adding organic matter or quality topsoil will make a significant difference.

If you’d like, we’re happy to assist you in finding top-performing rootstocks or variations that do well in urban California conditions, including those low chiller mahayana lows. Feel free to reach out with any further questions about soil prep or grafting techniques!

Wishing you happy planting,
The Nature Hills Plant Experts

Snow queen nectarine

Hello Ivan,

Thank you so much for sharing your thoughtful feedback on the Snow Queen nectarine and how you’re planning your project in Los Angeles. We’re delighted to hear our botanical spreadsheet has been a helpful resource for your project planning! It sounds like a well-considered location, especially given the challenges with cement removal and specifics on slab-planks. Selecting low-chill drupes for District 9 is a smart move given the climate there, and the Snow Queen nectarine can indeed be a great fit.

If you have any questions as you move forward—whether it’s about soil preparation, optimal planting techniques, or care during your initial growing season—please don’t hesitate to reach out. We also have detailed planting and care guides online that could help with project ghan 319 or cement removal options for growing urban fruit trees.

Thanks again for taking the time to share. We’re cheering you on and are always here to support your gardening endeavors!

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

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