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Can You Grow Nectarine in Georgia?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b

Grows well here

Nectarines grow well here in full sun with well-drained soil — protect blossoms from late frost.

Plant zones

5a–9b

Georgia last frost

mid-February

Georgia first frost

early December

Days to harvest

2–5 years

About Nectarine

Nectarines are fuzz-free peaches — a self-fertile stone fruit that rewards you with sweet fruit on a beautiful small tree, but needs careful pruning and frost protection.

Plant a bare-root tree in a sunny, well-drained spot. Prune annually for an open center. Thin fruit for size. Most grafted trees bear within 2-3 years.

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Gardening in Georgia

Georgia has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. A long growing season supports two full vegetable crops per year in most of the state.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Nectarine in Georgia?

Nectarines grow well here in full sun with well-drained soil — protect blossoms from late frost.

What zone is Georgia?

Georgia spans USDA Zone 8a (6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b).

When do you plant Nectarines in Georgia?

See the planting guide for Nectarine — timing depends on your exact frost date.