Chinese Apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese'
Pronunciation: PROO-nus ar-men-ee-AH-kuh
SKU #06743
| Description | 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. |
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| Light | Full sun |
| Watering | Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry. |
| Blooms | Early Spring |
| Mature Size | Moderate growing; reaches 20 to 30 ft. tall and wide. |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Deciduous |
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| Special Features | Edible, Benefits Birds |
| Growth Rate | Moderate |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers |
| Flower Color | White |
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| Foliage Color | Green |
| Companion Plants | Honeysuckle (Lonicera); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Rosemary (Rosmarinus) |
| Care | 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. |
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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9
Your USDA Cold Hardiness Zone:
Your climate may be too cold for this plant
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Dickinson, ND 58601
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