Apricot ‘Mormon’ – N

Prunus armeniaca ‘Mormon’;a beautiful medium-sized fruit tree with showy white flowers in spring and orange fruit in mid summer, somewhat upright and spreading habit; needs full sun, and well-drained soil; this variety is recommended for areas prone to late spring frost

Chinese Apricot is a medium-sized tree that is typically grown for its edible qualities. It produces yellow round fruit with a orange blush and gold flesh which are usually ready for picking in late summer. The fruits have a sweet taste and a firm texture.

The fruit is most often used for fresh eating, cooking, baking, preserves, and drying.

Hardiness Zone: Zone 4a-8b

• Height: 15′-25′

•Spread: 15′-25′

•Soil Type: Clay, Loamy, Sandy, Well Drained

•Soil Moisture: moderate

•Sun Exposure: full sun

•Bloom Color: white, pale pink

•Bloom Time: March-May