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Donut Nectarine Tree (Sauzee King)

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A bold donut nectarine with smooth skin, juicy white flesh, and rich summer flavor. Sauzee King produces easy-to-eat fruit on a compact semi-dwarf tree.

  • Flat “donut” nectarine
  • Sweet white freestone flesh
  • Semi-dwarf tree (10–12 ft)
  • Self-fertile

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What our customers say

The trees were delivered promptly and they are the biggest, best looking mail-order trees I have seen in a long time. I will be ordering more in the future.

Website customer · email

The bare roots are by far the most established roots that I have ever seen on a bareroot tree.

Website customer · email

It looks like it is at least 7 feet tall. I certainly was not expecting it to be that big.

Lisa · email

Absolutely beautiful trees, especially compared to some of the other mail order bare roots I have gotten from other companies.

Website customer · email

An extra long box for taller trees is totally worth it to me. The trees are great.

William · email

The plants look beautiful and healthy. I was impressed by the size and strength of the 3-Cherry Tree.

Jose · email

Bare root was in great condition. A lot of branching and looks ready for a harvest this year. Best fruit trees in the business!

Daniel, Lapin cherry · website review

Very nice big tree, some limbs already blooming. I've planted it and it hasn't wilted. Arrived quickly and very well packaged.

Beulah, 4 in 1 Fruit Salad · website review

They have really healthy plants, all were larger than I expected. I for sure will be ordering more from them!

Billie · website review

Arrived quickly and in great shape, larger than I had expected too.

Ralph, red currant · website review

Thank you so much for these lovely hardy kiwis. They are much bigger than expected. Will be ordering from you again.

Irene · email

Boxed perfect. Shipped on time. Excellent quality stock. About the only thing you could do to improve my experience would be to fly out to Maine and plant them for me.

Don, Maine · email

I have been buying from your nursery for years, and hands down your citrus has survived the best out of all of my sources. I have never lost a plant in my colder climate.

Returning customer · email

The packaging for those kiwis was brilliant and by far the best packaging job out of any place I ordered from this year. Your Annas are tough as nails.

Travis · email

I received my pink currant in perfect condition. I am always amazed since I live in the southeast and they are in the northwest!

Susan · website review

All 3 bushes arrived looking healthy. It's been over a month and they are still going strong.

Vlad, Rovada red currant · website review

Description

Sauzee King Donut Nectarine is a bold, modern flat nectarine with serious flavor. It produces smooth-skinned, saucer-shaped fruit with bright white flesh that’s juicy, sweet, and packed with classic nectarine intensity. The flat shape makes Sauzee King easy to eat out of hand, while the smooth skin and rich flavor give it broad appeal for fresh eating. It ripens mid-season and delivers eye-catching fruit that stands out both on the tree and on the table.

The tree grows with a balanced, manageable habit well suited to home orchards.

Overview

  • Flat “donut” nectarine with smooth skin.
  • Juicy white flesh with rich, sweet flavor.
  • Easy-to-eat fruit perfect for fresh snacking.
  • Semi-dwarf tree ideal for home orchards.
  • Self-fertile—no pollination partner required.

Growing Details

Latin Name: Prunus persica var. nucipersica ‘Sauzee King’

Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil

Rootstock: Citation

Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zone 6

Bearing Age: 1–3 years

Size at Maturity: 10–12 ft (compact semi-dwarf habit)

Bloom Time: Mid-spring

Ripening Time: Mid-season

Pollination: Self-fertile

Fruit Type: Freestone donut nectarine

Pests & Diseases: Nectarines can be prone to Peach Leaf Curl in cool, wet-spring climates; benefits from good airflow and appropriate dormant care

Additional Notes

  • Grower’s Insight: Sauzee King is part of a newer generation of donut nectarines bred for stronger flavor and improved eating quality compared to earlier flat varieties.
  • An excellent fresh-eating nectarine with visual appeal.
  • Flat nectarines are especially popular for easy snacking.
  • Explore more peaches and nectarines in our collection: Peach & Nectarine Trees

Planting & Care

At a Glance – Sauzee King Donut Nectarine

  • Sun: 1/2 day to full day of sun
  • Soil: Well-drained soil
  • Water: Keep evenly moist during establishment
  • Tree Size: Compact semi-dwarf (10–12 ft)
  • Pollination: Self-fertile
  • Harvest: Mid-season
  • Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zone 6

Planting & Care – Sauzee King Nectarine

Site Selection

  • Choose a sunny location with good airflow.
  • Full sun improves sweetness and fruit quality.

Soil Preparation

  • Plant in well-drained soil with moderate organic matter.
  • Raised beds or mounded planting help in heavier soils.

Planting Instructions

  1. Plant at the same depth as the nursery container.
  2. Water deeply after planting.
  3. Mulch lightly, keeping mulch away from the trunk.

Watering & Fertilizing

  • Water consistently during establishment and fruit development.
  • Apply balanced fertilizer in early spring.
  • Avoid excess nitrogen late in the season.

Pruning

  • Train to an open-center form for best light and fruit quality.
  • Annual pruning supports productivity and airflow.
  • Thin fruit early to improve size and reduce limb stress.

Harvest & Use

  • Harvest when fruit softens slightly and releases easily.
  • Excellent for fresh eating and summer desserts.

General Tips

  • Flat nectarines bruise more easily—handle gently.
  • Good airflow supports long-term tree health.

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