Question
Hi, I purchased a Surecrop Nectarine. Chill time is 600-900 hours. At my location in Coastal Mississippi this winter, I don't think we got that many days below 45F. The Temp was also sporadic. Cold for a week, then above 70F. What will happen to the tree under these conditions? Will it not grow or?

Thanks,
Mark

Answer
I imagine that the tree is just fine.  The fruit, however, may not have "set"...I don't know too much about peaches and nectarines, but in Mississippi, there are two great recourses...

From the Mississippi State University:

http://msucares.com/pubs/bulletins/b1040text.htm

And, from an article on-line, called "Growing Fruits and Nuts in Warm Temperate Areas".  Nectarines growth requirements are similar to peaches:

http://www.naturalhub.com/grow_fruit_and_nuts_in_warm_temperate_areas.htm#PEACH

The last link also has great suggestions for just about ANY edible fruit that you may care to grow in your region of the country.

Enjoy the "fruits" of your labors!