Stark® RedGold Nectarine Tree
Description
Redgold nectarines rank among the top nectarines grown across the US. This large, freestone, sunny-golden fleshed nectarine has the perfect combination of sweetness and tart flavor. The skin has a beautiful red blush that covers a firm, juicy flesh. Widely adaptable and a low maintenance tree. Self-pollinating. Ripens in August.
Survival Guaranteed!


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 | Late |
Chill Hours | 850 |
Fruit Color | Red |
Fruit Size | Large |
Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
Ripens/Harvest | August |
Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
Soil Composition | Loamy |
Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
Taste | Sweet |
Texture | Firm |
Years to Bear | 2 - 4 |
Size & Spacing
Mature Size
Standard | 12 - 15' tall x 12 - 15' wide |
Dwarf | 8 - 10' tall x 8 - 10' wide |
Recommended Spacing
Standard | 12 - 15' |
Dwarf | 8 - 10' |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
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
Questions & Answers
My semi-dwarf red gold nectarine is in a 20 gallon pot. It is now in full bloom, lots of beautiful large dark pink flowers, for its third year with me and tiny fruit are forming. I have it in a 20 gallon pot and it has been perfectly happy from day one. My zone is 10a, Southern California along the coast where it is often wet and misty. I also have it under a large pavilion along with another variety nectarine and with my dwarf peaches to help prevent peach leaf curl. Hope that helps anyone wondering if they do well in containers.
This variety is not disease resistant.
Good morning Chris my trees are growing in zone 6b in the mountains of Tennessee, I only planted 2 2 years ago but they took off I mean to say they were only two feet tall now they are 4 feet and a thick trunk in fact I plan on purchasing more, but they are planted in with other peach trees that are cross pollinators that stark recommend. Best of luck Mr Rose
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!
Yes this tree is grafted. More than likley what is growing is from the rootstock which is unknown to us. It could produce fruit but we do not know which variety or if it will be something that is flavorful or good to eat. If you tree is eligable for the 1 year warranty I recommend sending in an email or giving us a call to honor the warranty.
It could be, but best thing to do is reach out to your county extension office to see what they recommend for high altitude in your zone.
We appreciate you reaching out to us. We do not have a guaranteed ETA on when more will become available. We are very sorry for this inconvenience and completely understand your disappointment. Rest assured, that if you sign up for a notification, you'll be one of the first to be notified when it becomes available again.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us, remember that we're here for you. Have a great day!
We appreciate you reaching out to us. Nectarines are self pollinating and do not require another variety to bear fruit. However planting a second variety will increase your crop yield.
If you have any further questions please don't hesitate to reach back out to us. Have a great day!
The only issue you may have is the late freezes. If you know when this will happen, you could cover your trees at night with a sheet to prevent the buds from freezing.
Customer Reviews
The other 2 trees I ordered (bartlett pear and Santa rosa plum) were planted in the same manner and grew as expected.
I've contacted Stark Bros about a replacement, they had me do the "scratch test" and I found some green cabium under the bark at the very bottom of the tree. The upper branches are brown through and through.
The tree really has no sign of life, so I'm waiting till the green disappears before I contact them again.
I'm not excited about missing an entire growing season, but I understand things die. I hope the tree they ship next spring makes it.
Dwarf will only fit for my garden.
I know this company will send a quality product!
Fresh fruit
Self pollination