Fantasia Nectarine Rootstock/Size:Lovell Full Size: 5-7 ft. Larger & More BranchingNote: Although this is the first year of us growing Fantasia, most of this information is secondhand. Overview Fantasia Nectarine is a classic freestone nectarine known for its large size, bright red skin, and excellent dessert quality. Developed in California in the mid 20th century, it became popular for its rich flavor, attractive appearance, and reliable productivity in warm, sunny sites. Fruit Quality & Uses Fantasia produces large, yellow
meaning it should be paired with another European pear
The tree had been growing in Missoula for well over 10 years and had consistently borne heavily
with subtle grape notes
Italian plums can be eaten fresh
given we have only been growing it for a few years
with buds capable of withstanding -40°F or colder
and more disease-prone cherry climates
but not as bulletproof as the hardiest prairie selections
it could be grown in the best microclimates (up on a bench/out of frost pooling zones) within the warmest Montana Valleys west of the divide: Bitterroot
it will benefit from cross-pollination with another cherry variety
Most Asian–American hybrid plums benefit from cross-pollination with another compatible hybrid plum blooming at the same time
Possibly the Star series (like Risingstar
