Which Apricot???

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Lottie Mary

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Which Apricot???
« on: August 25, 2010, 08:56 »
Hello everyone,  I'm new to this forum and new to allotment gardening!

I would like to get an apricot tree for the allotment and was wondering if anyone could make any recommendations as to which variety to get?  I use apricots mainly in cooking and for jam - so being able to pick and eat straight from the tree is less important.

Any suggestions would be very gratefully received!

Thanks,

Mary


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Trillium

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Re: Which Apricot???
« Reply #1 on: August 25, 2010, 14:40 »
Moorepark is an all around apricot, quite hardy, and available in the UK as well. It's a standard tree but with pruning can be kept to a manageable height. Here's more info:
http://www.backyardgardener.com/plantname/pda_7003-2.html

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gillie

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Re: Which Apricot???
« Reply #2 on: August 25, 2010, 16:22 »
Difficult!  Moorpark has been around for ages, but there are several new varieties on the market which might be superior.

I guess the problem with apricots is not with hardiness, but getting them to ripen in our often cool, grey summers.

If I were you I would look at catalogues from places like Chris Bowers and take your pick. 

Gillie


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