Okay, let me tell you about my little adventure with this Spice Zee Nectaplum tree I’ve been growing.
So, I heard about this thing called a “Nectaplum” – a mix of a nectarine, a peach, and maybe a plum. Sounds wild, right? I had to try growing one myself. I got my hands on a young Spice Zee Nectaplum tree. This variety is supposed to be pretty good for home gardens, which is perfect because I’m no pro gardener, just do this as a hobby.

First thing I did was find a good spot for it in my yard. I learned that these trees can grow up to about 15 feet tall, so I made sure it had enough room. I also heard you can plant them under power lines because they stay relatively low, but that wasn’t a problem for me. It needed some sunlight, so I picked a nice, sunny area.
Planting was easy, just dig a hole, put it in, you know how it works. Watering it regularly was important, especially when it was still young. I did some reading, and it turns out that giving it enough water is key. I didn’t even need to do much pruning at first, which is great because I am not good at it.
Spring came, and boom! My tree started blossoming. The flowers were beautiful, it really brightened up the yard. And let me tell you, when those flowers started turning into fruit, that’s when I got excited. I watched as these little fruits started forming, and they had this cool, dark maroon color.
- Waiting: This was the hardest part. Waiting for the fruit to ripen. It took a few years, you know, they say fruit trees like fig and mulberry can be faster, like 1-3 years. But anyway, I waited.
- Tasting: Finally, the day came when I could pick my first Nectaplum. It was juicy, sweet, a bit tangy – I don’t even know, but delicious, a mix of all those fruits I mentioned earlier.
Some people might prefer other types, like this “Snow Queen” nectarine, but I’m pretty happy with my Spice Zee. It’s rewarding to eat something you’ve grown yourself, right? And, honestly, it’s not just about the fruit. The tree itself is nice to have around, especially when it’s flowering.
So, that’s my story with the Spice Zee Nectaplum tree. It’s been a fun ride, and I’d say if you’re into gardening, give it a shot. It’s not too much work, and you get some unique fruit out of it. And hey, even if the fruit wasn’t amazing, the journey is great. Plus, those blossoms in spring are a real treat.