Season
California nectarines are available from May through September while imports are available from January through April.
Ripeness
Good-quality nectarines will be fairly large, have smooth, unblemished skin and will be firm but not rock-hard. Ripen nectarines at home for 2 to 3 days at room temperature until they are slightly soft along the seam. Ripe fruit will have a sweet nectarine smell that is stronger when the fruit is at room temperature.
Storage
Store at room temperature until ripe. Refrigerate ripe nectarines for up to five days.
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