Fruit Tree Database

Fruit Type

Apricot

Variety/Cultivar

Steven's Favourite

Fruit Description

Very large, roundish, dark red blush over apricot colour, firm dense flesh, juicy, good flavour.

Common Uses

Origin

New Zealand

Pollination

Any apricot that flowers at the same time, Hunter.

Chill Hours

High

Blossom Time

Late season

Harvest Time

+ 8 days Rival

Production Notes

Apricots need frost protection, particularly at blossom time. Can be variable cropper.

Disease Susceptibility

Apricots are generally susceptible to blossom blight. Cracks badly in the rain.

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