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Chinese Apricot

Chinese Apricot

Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese'

Grandpa's Choice™ Chinese apricot is an early bearing, heavy producing variety that is recommended for difficult climates prone to late spring frosts. The fruit is of good quality and medium to large in size with a yellow to medium-orange skin and flesh.

Chinese Apricot Pricing

Item # Description Price
57 Chinese Apricot on Standard (Peach) root, Extra large 5/8" up caliper grade $19.99 Add Add to Cart
1548 Chinese Apricot on Standard (Lovell peach) root, 2 year-Large grade $21.99 Add Add to Cart

Height

12-18 Feet

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Spread

10-15 Feet

USDA Hardiness Zone 5-8

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Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese'
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips

Chinese is a self-fruitful variety, requiring no pollinator. It is a good pollinator for other varieties. Apricots in benefit by cross pollination with other varieties. Chinese does well in western, more arid areas.

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A Little History about Chinese Apricot

Chinese is quite an old variety that Grandpa's friends in the west liked, because it was so successful for them.

Prunus armeniaca 'Chinese' Characteristics & Attributes

Bloom Character
• Thin heavily for size
• Early blooming
• Excellent pollinizer
• Self-fertile
Fruit Characteristics
• Medium size fruit
• Freestone
Growth Rate/Habit
• Spreading habit
• Average vigor
• Early to bear
• Very productive
Harvest Period
• Early season
• Concentrated harvest
Other Attributes
• Sweet
• Short shelf-life
• Grandpa's Choice™
Site Requirements
• Full Sun
• Winter hardy
Skill Required
• Average skill
Uses
• Canning or freezing
• High dessert quality
• Good for drying