Spring Bright Nectarine
Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Spring Bright'
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
From | To | S&H |
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$0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
$20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
$50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
$70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
$100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
$130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
$150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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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 |
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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 |
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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 |
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#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 |
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#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
Spring Bright Nectarine highlights at a glance!
Specifications
Specifications
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Fall Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Fragrant
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
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Harvest Time

Growing Zones 7-9
Early Sweet Favorite Spring Bright Nectarine Tree!
- Dark-Red Skin
- Crisp Flesh Ripens Soft, Sweet & Juicy
- Bright, Sweet Yellow Flesh
- Ripens Early Season & Long Harvest Period
- Grow Commercial Quality Fruit at Home
- Showy Pink Blooms
- Flowers are Sweetly Fragrant
- Ornamental Specimen
- Nutritious Homegrown Fruit - High in Antioxidants
- Fuzzless Skin is Kid-Friendly
- Clingstone Fruit
- Self-Fertile - But Larger Harvest With a Partner
- Low 500-600 Chill Hours
Have you ever tasted sunshine? You'll love plucking your own homegrown harvest to relish the full-bodied flavor that can never be compared to store-bought!
Add this vigorous fruiting tree to your landscape for a productive boost in food security for your family! The Spring Bright Nectarine Tree (Prunus persica var nucipersica 'Spring Bright') produces large, uniform fruit with notably high levels of antioxidants!
Spring Bright Nectarine is a rare commercial favorite that is great in the home garden. Fuzzless, dark red skin covers this rich yellow-fleshed Nectarine!
These sweet gems ripen early in the season. It's no wonder why orchards add Spring Bright and this exceptional variety is popular at farmer's markets. The attractive fruit of Spring Bright is firm in texture and sweet, yet well-balanced in flavor.
You'll also gain value and convenience from this commercially grown tree. It features a long harvest with delicious Nectarines from firm and crunchy when picked early, then the fruit matures to soft, sweet, and juicy!
A medium-sized tree, Spring Bright won't take up precious space in your landscape to deliver a bounty of delectable fruit!
How to Use Spring Bright Nectarine Tree In The Landscape
Your kids will love the fuzz-free fruit and of course, the taste, but may not know just how high the levels of healthy antioxidants, phenolics, and chlorogenic acid can be found in Spring Bright Nectarines!
Add them to smoothies, salads and enjoy them fresh. Dry them for a long-lasting snack, or create delicious preserves and fruit leather.
Now, don't forget that Edible Landscaping makes the most of your space...and this tree also delivers an incredible ornamental display with fragrant pink blooms that light up your yard in spring!
Plant as a fantastic specimen in your front yard or as lush shade over backyard seating areas! These are already a great size for any landscape but you can keep them pruned smaller to tuck into existing orchards or established landscapes with ease!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Grow a bounty easily with expertly-grown trees from Nature Hills! Sunlight, water, and well-drained soil will do the rest!
Fruit trees do their very best in full sun, plant your tree in at least 6 hours of direct sunlight a day. Moderate moisture throughout the growing season will keep your tree stress-free!
Plant Nectarines in fertile, highly organic soil, your tree will appreciate a thick layer of mulch over the soil as well to better insulate and retain moisture!
For more planting success tips, head over to our Garden Blog where more Fruit Tree Planting, Fruit Tree Pruning and Success Tips can be found!
Order Spring Bright Nectarine tree from the fruit experts at NatureHills.com right away! This year's inventory won't last long!