A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree (Prunus persica var.
nucipersica). The following features of the tree and its fruit are
characterized with the tree budded on `Nemaguard` Rootstock
(non-patented), grown on Handford sandy loam soil with Storie Index
rating 95, in USDA hardiness Zone 9, near Modesto, Calif., with standard
commercial fruit growing practices, such as pruning, thinning, spraying,
irrigation and fertilization. Its novelty consist of the following
combination of desirable features: 1. Having a low winter chilling
requirement of approximately 250 hours at or below 45.degree. F. 2. Fruit
ripening in the early maturity season. 3. Producing firm, white-fleshed
fruit with very good flavor and eating quality. 4. A heavy and regular
bearer of large fruit. 5. Fruit holding firm on the tree 8-10 days after
maturity. 6. Vigorous and upright growth of tree.