Apricot 'Moorpark'
Prunus armeniaca
| Family: | Rosaceae (ro-ZAY-see-ee) (Info) |
| Genus: | Prunus (PROO-nus) (Info) |
| Species: | armeniaca (ar-men-ee-AH-kuh) (Info) |
| Cultivar: | Moorpark |
Category:
Edible Fruits and Nuts
Trees
Water Requirements:
Average Water Needs; Water regularly; do not overwater
Sun Exposure:
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage:
Deciduous
Foliage Color:
Height:
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
Spacing:
15-20 ft. (4.7-6 m)
Hardiness:
USDA Zone 5b: to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
USDA Zone 6a: to -23.3 °C (-10 °F)
USDA Zone 6b: to -20.5 °C (-5 °F)
USDA Zone 7a: to -17.7 °C (0 °F)
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
Where to Grow:
Danger:
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Bloom Color:
Pink
White/Near White
Bloom Characteristics:
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size:
Bloom Time:
Mid Spring
Other details:
Soil pH requirements:
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
Patent Information:
Propagation Methods:
By grafting
Seed Collecting:
N/A: plant does not set seed, flowers are sterile, or plants will not come true from seed
Regional
This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:
Albuquerque, New Mexico
Hummelstown, Pennsylvania
Kaysville, Utah
Gardeners' Notes:
| Rating | Content |
|---|---|
| Neutral | On Jan 16, 2006, Farmerdill from Augusta, GA (Zone 8a) wrote: Long-time favorite of apricot fanciers for its exceptionally rich flavor and aroma. Reliable producer. Used fresh and for canning. 600 hours. Self-fruitful. |
