A white-fleshed freestone nectarine with smooth red skin and sweet, juicy, aromatic flesh. Self-fertile and reliable, it ripens in mid to late summer and is well suited to home orchards.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4 m H × 3.5 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Goldmine Nectarine
Botanically, Prunus persica var. nucipersica 'Goldmine' is a fast-growing fruiting tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 4 m tall and 3.5 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. Pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Goldmine Nectarine
Goldmine Nectarine suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Goldmine Nectarine does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Dig in plenty of compost before planting, water in well, and mulch to keep roots cool.
Watering & feeding
Goldmine Nectarine does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. Keep a newly planted specimen evenly watered through its first season; established plants can then follow the water needs above.
Pruning & care
Prune Goldmine Nectarine after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Goldmine Nectarine in the garden
Goldmine Nectarine earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
Combine Goldmine Nectarine with plants that share its preference for regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate. Use an odd-numbered group where space allows, or repeat it at intervals through a longer bed.
Buying Goldmine Nectarine
Plant Sale lists Goldmine Nectarine as bare-root stock, advanced specimens and potted plants. Current stock is confirmed manually, so register interest above before planning around a specific size.
