Chinese Apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese'
SKU
06743
An early-bearing variety that is ideal for difficult climates prone to late spring frosts. An eruption of mildly fragrant, early blooms heralds the onset of spring and a promise of heavy yields on this self-pollenizer that produces an abundance of yellow-orange fruit with a sweet, mild flavor and a good texture. Recommended winter chill: 700 hours. Deciduous.
?
There are very few rules in gardening, but perhaps the most important one is to work within your zone. Choosing plants that grow and thrive in your particular climate is the very first step toward having a beautiful garden . Learn More
Full sun
Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat.
CHECK RETAILERS FOR AVAILABILITY:
- 101 Market
8980 Quantrelle Ave. N.e. Otsego MN 55330
- 14th Street Garden Center
793 Jersey Ave. Jersey City NJ 07303
- 3rd Avenue Floral & Greenhouse
1110 3rd Ave. West Dickinson ND 58601
- 4 Ever Green Ldsp. & Dgn
21457 214th Circle Ave Milford IA 51351
| Botanical Pronunciation | PROO-nus ar-men-ee-AH-kuh |
|---|---|
| Average Size at Maturity | Moderate growing; reaches 20 to 30 ft. tall and wide. |
| Bloom Time | Early Spring |
| Deciduous/ Evergreen | Deciduous |
| Flower Attribute | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Garden Style | Asian/Zen, Cottage, Mediterranean, Rustic, Sustainable |
| Growth Habit | Rounded |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Landscape Use | Mass Planting, Specimen, Cutting Garden, Kitchen Garden |
| Light Needs | Full sun |
| Soil Needs | Fruit Tree & Vine |
| Special Feature | Edible, Tolerates Acidic Soil, Bird Friendly |
| Water Needs | Moderate |
| Watering Needs | Water regularly - weekly, or more often in extreme heat. |
Thrives in arid western regions, with slightly acidic, well-drained soil. Water deeply, regularly in first few growing seasons to establish root system; once established reduce frequency. Prune to shape and remove dead or damaged branches, and fertilize in late winter before blooms emerge. Thin young fruit to increase mature fruit size.
This Plant's Growing Zones: 5 - 9
Your climate may be too cold for this plant