Nectarine tree named ‘Atomic Red’

Abstract

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. Tree with vigorous, upright growth. 2. Regular and productive bearer of medium size fruit. 3. Fruit with an attractive red skin color. 4. Fruit with firm, white flesh. 5. Fruit with good flavor and eating quality, with a good balance between acid and sugar.

The invention claimed is: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of nectarine tree, substantially as illustrated and described.