'New Large Early' Apricot Tree
The Highlights
- As the name suggests, this variety produces an early crop in early August of large, tasty fruit
- The large, juicy fruit is especially good for making jam
- One of the more Reliable Apricot varieties that will perform better in colder summers
- We still recommend growing only in the warmer parts of UK and in a sheltered, preferable south facing spot
- Apricots perform best in the warmer part of the UK
- Max size H3m x W2m - Myrobalan Rootstock
- Self fertile
- Apricots are a bird's favourite, so you will need to protect your crop
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
The Highlights
- As the name suggests, this variety produces an early crop in early August of large, tasty fruit
- The large, juicy fruit is especially good for making jam
- One of the more Reliable Apricot varieties that will perform better in colder summers
- We still recommend growing only in the warmer parts of UK and in a sheltered, preferable south facing spot
- Apricots perform best in the warmer part of the UK
- Max size H3m x W2m - Myrobalan Rootstock
- Self fertile
- Apricots are a bird's favourite, so you will need to protect your crop
- Our potted trees are supplied in EcoPots™.
- Our trees are usually between 18 and 36 months old at the time of dispatch.
- Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatching.
Care Guide
Good Pest and Disease Resistance
Shows some resistance to the main pests and diseases for Apricots. You may see some damage from aphids and caterpillars, which can both be washed away with soapy water. Birds will eat the apricots if given the chance so take steps to prevent this like using a fruit net or bird scarers. Reduce the risk of bacterial canker by pruning to improve airflow and remove rotting organic matter nearby.MORE
Water in well when planting - read on for ongoing care
Water in thoroughly when planting. For bare root trees, you won't need to water regularly going forward, only water in dry spells when needed. You should be able tell because the leaves will start to wilt and droop. If a container grown tree, it will need more watering until its roots are established. It should be watered every other day or so for the first few months. Then reduce to twice a week until autumn. In the second year it should have a established enough root system to support itself, just water when required as explained above for bare roots. When watering a tree it is important to give a good soaking. It is better to water heavy and less frequently than little and often as this encourages the roots to grow down into the ground.
Full sun, with shelter
Full sun means receiving direct sun for more than 6 hours each day during the spring/summer. Also will fruit better if in a sheltered position, like on a patio or up against a south facing wall. This will protect from cold and wind which can damage flowers and prevent them from setting into fruit
Prefers well drained, loamy soils
Will tolerate less than perfect conditions but may not fruit too well. Will struggle in poorly draining soil.
No need to feed
Don't worry, this isn't a hungry plant so your food bills won't be going up!
For more care tips and ideas visit our Knowledge page
Planting Calendar
- Best time to plant
- Harvest
- Flower