It's only been a month since our Snow Queen Nectarine Tree arrived.
This will be the first hot summer that it will experience in Southern Utah. It is well watered and the attached photo will show that it is adapting.
Snow Queen Nectarine Tree
Starting at
$75.99
Each
Description
This snow white fleshed and freestone tree produces one of the sweetest and juiciest nectarines of all. The low chill requirements of 250-300 hours makes this perfect for warmer climates and is a long time favorite in Southern California. It produces very well along the west coast. It definitely prefers a warm climate with low humidity. Self-Pollinating.
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Since 1816, Stark Bro’s has promised to provide customers with the very best fruit trees and plants. It’s just that simple. If your trees or plants do not survive, please let us know within one year of delivery. We will send you a free one-time replacement, with a nominal shipping fee of $9.99. If the item in question is not available, we can issue a one-time credit to your account equaling the original product purchase price or issue you a refund. Read more about our warranty policy.
Characteristics
| Bloom Color | Pink |
| Bloom Time | Mid - Late |
| Chill Hours | 300 - 750 |
| Fruit Color | Red |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 7 - 9 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Ripens/Harvest | Late June/early July |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
When your tree matures, it will be approximately 12 - 15' tall x 12 - 15' wide.
Recommended Spacing
We recommend spacing these trees 12 - 15' apart to ensure room for growth.
Zone Compatibility
This Variety's Zone Range
7 - 9
My Hardiness Zone
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The USDA hardiness zones offer a guide to varieties that will grow well in certain climates. Each zone corresponds to the minimum winter temperatures experienced in a given area. Make sure that your hardiness zone lies within the zone compatibility range of this variety before ordering.
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
In many cases, you may still want to plant pollinating partners to increase the size of your crops, but with self-pollinating varieties doing so is optional. Plant one of these varieties within 100' for best results.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow nectarine trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
Shipping Information
Arrives when it's time to plant
Your success is our priority. We work hard to make sure that your order arrives at the ideal time for planting in your location based on your local climate conditions.
Questions & Answers
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Why did you choose this?
Freestone or cling nectarine?
Free stone
Can this be grown n a container? Or is it a tree
Yes this tree can be grown in a container. My tree is in a large container. It has grown very tall, about 8 feet in this container.
It gave me hundreds of blossoms this spring and now I see many fruit the size of grapes now.
I make sure it has plenty of water and fertilizer. Sometime during the summer, if needed I add more soil to the pot. I have been adding some coconut fiber to the soil to keep it loose.
Good Luck!
Is the root stock root knot nematode resistant on snow queen nectarine?
We appreciate you reaching out to us. We use several different rootstocks, depending upon the desired result and what is available. For that reason, we're unable to guarantee a specific rootstock.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
Is this highly susceptible to brown rot & other stone diseases out there?
Yes and no. You have to use Neem oil spray and make sure to spray top and bottom of the leaves. And start while the leaves are still healthy. If you start seeing brown patches on the leaves remove them immediately so the disease doesn’t spread.
Chill hours ?
The 'Snow Queen' nectarine requires approximately 250 to 300 chill hours—the cumulative number of hours below 45°F during winter—for optimal fruit production.
Cold tolerance of a snow queen nectarine tree?
The Snow Queen Nectarine Tree is a deciduous fruit tree prized for its sweet, white-fleshed nectarines. Here's an overview of its cold tolerance:
Cold Tolerance
USDA Hardiness Zones: 7–9.
Minimum Temperature: The tree can typically withstand temperatures as low as 10–20°F (-12 to -6°C) when dormant.
Frost Sensitivity: The tree’s blossoms and developing fruit are sensitive to late spring frosts. Once active growth begins, temperatures below 28°F (-2°C) can damage flowers and young fruit.
Factors Influencing Cold Tolerance
Dormancy:
While dormant, the tree is more tolerant of freezing temperatures. Early or late frosts when the tree is budding or blooming are more damaging.
Chill Hour Requirements:
The Snow Queen nectarine typically requires 250–300 chill hours (hours below 45°F) to break dormancy and ensure good fruit production.
This low chill hour requirement makes it more suitable for regions with mild winters.
Location and Microclimates:
Planting in a sheltered location, such as near a south-facing wall or away from frost pockets, can help protect the tree from cold damage.
Protection Tips in Cold Weather
Mulch: Apply a layer of mulch around the base to insulate the roots.
Frost Cloth or Covering: Use a frost cloth to protect blooms during unexpected late frosts.
Watering: Water the tree thoroughly before a freeze; moist soil retains heat better.
Windbreaks: Provide protection from cold winds, which can increase stress.
Are any nectarine trees compatible with zone 5A?
Our website has a special feature that will help you find the best plants for you to grow in your area. Simply enter your zip code in our Hardiness Zone Finder and as you browse our page, you’ll see a small check mark next to products that are hardy to your growing zone!
https://www.starkbros.com/zone-finder
Is the snow queen apricot tree grown from grafting or seed?
It is a grafted tree.
Nectarine yield per plant ?
Miniature, 1-2 peck
Dwarf, 3-4 bushels
Standard, 6-10 bushels
Are the dwarf trees shipped in a pot, or bare root?
Currently we are only shipping potted ez start trees.
Customer Reviews
21 Ratings
2 Customer Photos
1-10 of 21 Reviews
Rated 5 out of 5
Jul 9, 2025
Healthy young Snow Queen Nectarine Tree adapting to Southern Utah hot summer.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 27, 2024
Adorable
Beautiful little tree. Totally filled out with deep green leaves. Love it..
Rated 5 out of 5
Sep 22, 2024
Wow my Snow Queen Nectarine tree is growing so green and beautiful.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 30, 2024
MOST AMAZING WHITE NECTARINES!!! Planted it a little late but it survived multiple seasons well and last year the fruit were delicious.
Rated 5 out of 5
May 10, 2024
My Nectarine tree is amazing. I have it in a very large pot. Last year, I had 6 fruit. This year the blossoms were all over the tree by the hundreds. Now the tree has so many grape sized fruit.
It has grown to 8 feet in this pot. I keep it watered and fresh soil/coconut fiber and fertilized.
Pleased as I can be. It is beautiful.
It has grown to 8 feet in this pot. I keep it watered and fresh soil/coconut fiber and fertilized.
Pleased as I can be. It is beautiful.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 11, 2023
Snow Queen
The SQ has taken off like a weed with vigorous lush green growth. About 12-18 inches so far. Being in the south, I was concerned humidity. So far with daily averages of 60% and high heat, no problem. The next test will be February freezing and snow.
Rated 5 out of 5
Oct 11, 2022
Tree looking good so far but to small still to give fruit I guess
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 24, 2022
Excellent nectarine fruit tree. We got fruits the year after we bought it. Fruits were delicious. We highly recommend Stark Bros.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 20, 2022
This was an excellent choice, it arrived perfectly packaged, pruned, healthy and strong. It bore a substantial amount of fruit this first year which I did not expect. Growth is strong, and I'll expect many bountiful harvest of tasty Nectarines in years to come.
Rated 5 out of 5
Aug 13, 2022
Quality
Ordered 3 different types of trees all looked healthy and began growing very quick. Unfortunately for me one of my cattle got out and ate them all.
Love taste of white nectarines want to be able to have trees
Compatible with plant zone. 9A is tough for plants
Cold hardiness and ratings.
I read a positive review from a person in zone 8b and we are in 8b. Also like that it requires less chill time than other nectarines. I like white flesh vs yellow flesh nectarines.