Fruit Tree Database Single Record

Fruit Tree Database

Fruit Type
Apricot
Variety/Cultivar
Skaha
Fruit Description
Medium to large, pale orange with light red blush. Firm flesh but can soften quickly,Good flavour, slightly acidic. Freestone.
Common Uses
Origin
Canada, 1970s
Pollination
Self-infertile, needs pollination from any other apricot that flowers at the same time.
Chill Hours
High chill required
Blossom Time
Mid-season
Harvest Time
-7 days Rival
Production Notes
Apricots need frost protection, particularly at blossom time. Very vigorous, spreading tree.
Disease Susceptibility
Apricots are generally susceptible to blossom blight.
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