Product Name: Shuguang Nectarine
Description:
Shuguang is a premium extra-early ripening yellow-fleshed nectarine variety, developed by the Zhengzhou Fruit Research Institute of the Chinese Academy of Agricultural Sciences (CAAS). Released in 1994 and nationally certified in 2002, this variety is one of the most successful early-season nectarines in China, promoted across 26 provinces .
Appearance:
The fruit is nearly round with smooth, glossy, hairless skin. Its yellow-white ground color is fully covered with a bright red to purple-red blush, making it highly attractive for fresh-market sales. The flesh is yellow, crisp, and firm.
Flavor:
Sweet and aromatic, with a soluble solids content ranging from 10% to 15%. The crisp texture and balanced sweetness appeal strongly to consumers.
Size:
Average fruit weight is 90–100g, with large specimens reaching up to 170g–200g+ under good management.
Growing Advantages:
Self-pollinating with a natural fruit set rate exceeding 75%, this variety ensures reliable yields without requiring a separate pollinizer tree. It is widely recognized as a crack-resistant variety, even in high-rainfall southern regions . The variety shows strong resistance to scab and good tolerance to common diseases. Suitable for both open-field and greenhouse cultivation.
Harvest Season:
Late May to early June (Zhengzhou region) – one of the earliest nectarines of the season, offering a significant first-to-market advantage.