Belle of Georgia dwarf nectarine
Prunus persica 'Belle of Georgia'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size18 to 25 feet tall18 to 25 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Open
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Pink
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Belle of Georgia' dwarf nectarine (Prunus persica 'Belle of Georgia') is a tree for specimen plantings, pollinator gardens, and food gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist soil of most types. Fragrant pink flowers attract butterflies, bees, and birds. It grows at a rapid rate and has an open shape.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Blueberry, Feather reed grass, and Greig's tulip.