Chinese Apricot

Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese'

Pronunciation: PROO-nus ar-men-ee-AH-kuh
SKU #06743
5-9

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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.
LIGHT: Full sun
WATER: Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE: Moderate growing; reaches 20 to 30 ft. tall and wide.

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This Plant's Growing Zones: 5-9

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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEdible, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsHoneysuckle (Lonicera); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Rosemary (Rosmarinus)
Care InstructionsThrives 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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Bloom TimeEarly spring
Deciduous/EvergreenDeciduous
Special FeaturesEdible, Benefits Birds
Growth RateModerate
Flower AttributesFlowers for Cutting, Fragrant, Showy Flowers
Style
Flower ColorWhite
Foliage ColorGreen
Companion PlantsHoneysuckle (Lonicera); Hydrangea (Hydrangea); Coneflower (Echinacea); Lilac (Syringa); Lavender (Lavandula); Rosemary (Rosmarinus)
Care
Care InstructionsThrives 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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