Plant Database
Double Delight Nectarine
Prunus persica nucipersica ‘Double Delight’
The Double Delight Nectarine offers a double reward: a spectacular floral display in spring followed by a bounty of delicious fruit in summer. This ornamental edible is adorned with gorgeous, fragrant, double pink flowers that resemble roses. When the petals fall, they give way to a heavy crop of medium-sized, deep red nectarines with sweet, juicy, yellow freestone flesh. It’s the perfect tree for a prominent spot in the landscape where you can enjoy its beauty and then harvest its tasty, classic-flavored fruit.
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Prized for its stunning display of fragrant, double deep-pink flowers in spring.
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Produces a reliable crop of medium-sized, good-flavored yellow freestone nectarines.
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Flesh is sweet, juicy, and balanced with classic nectarine flavor.
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Self-pollinating and an attractive, spreading tree.
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Provides three seasons of interest: spectacular bloom, summer fruit, and autumn color.
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Naturally compact, making it ideal for smaller gardens or as a focal point.
Flavor Profile:
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Flavor: Sweet and pleasantly tangy, a well-balanced traditional nectarine taste.
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Texture: Juicy and tender when ripe.
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Best Uses: Excellent for fresh eating. Its ornamental value makes it perfect for edible landscaping where beauty is a priority.