Columnar Nectarine 'ALICE'

Columnar nectarine 'Alice' is a compact, narrow-growing columnar nectarine, ideal for small gardens, terraces and narrow spaces. The tree grows upright and takes up little room, rewarding you with an abundant crop every year. The fruits are large and attractive, with yellow, juicy, sweet flesh and a pleasant aroma - a true summer dessert straight from the garden.

Main characteristics

• Growth: compact and columnar, about 2–2.5 m tall and 0.6–1 m wide

• Fruit: about 120 g, round, bright red with a golden tint

• Flavour: flesh is yellow, juicy, sweet and aromatic; the stone separates easily

• Ripening: early August (mid-early season)

• Pollination: self-fertile, bears even when planted alone

• Hardiness: European hardiness zone EHZ 6 (down to about −25°C)