Prunus persica Garden Beauty - Dwarf Nectarine Tree

The Garden Beauty® Dwarf Nectarine Tree is a self-fertile variety. A slow-growing dwarf tree, it is perfectly suited for pot cultivation and small gardens. It produces yellow-fleshed nectarines. The fruits are round, yellow with a red blush, and as large as traditional nectarines. Their flesh is yellow, juicy, and sweet. Harvest takes place in late August and early September when the fruits reach ripeness. This variety is cold-resistant and requires little maintenance, with light pruning being sufficient. The flowering is double, red, and highly decorative. Nectarines are distinguished from peaches by the adhesion of the flesh to the stone.

The species name "Persica" was given to the peach, which was originally thought to originate from Persia. In reality, all cultivated forms originate from northern China. The nectarine is a natural mutation of the peach that is believed to have occurred in the 16th century. The Garden Beauty® Dwarf Nectarine Tree is a recent variety, an American mutation of the original Asian peach, obtained in the USA.

Like many fruit trees, the Garden Beauty® Dwarf Nectarine Tree appreciates light, rich, and deep soils. It does not tolerate excess water or heavy and compact soils. It is a low-vigor tree, suitable for pot cultivation and small gardens. Its spreading habit indicates a tree with numerous horizontally growing branches. Its deciduous foliage is bright green and emits a slight almond scent. The leaves are long, measuring 8 to 15 cm (3 to 6in) in length and 3 to 4 cm (1 to 2in) in width, with short necks.
Its magnificent flowering, in a beautiful red colour, occurs in late March. This makes it suitable for cultivation in northern regions, but it should still be placed in a sunny and wind-protected location. The flowers are hermaphroditic, double, red, and self-fertile.
Fruiting results in yellow fruits with a blush of red, ready to be harvested from late August. This tree does not require too much maintenance. It tolerates severe pruning, but not every year.

Nectarines can be enjoyed raw, cooked, sweet, savory, flambéed, frozen, or thawed. They pair well with wine and certain meats, such as duck. They can be found in numerous recipes, including jams, compotes, pastries, and more.