Tilton Apricot

Prunus armeniaca

Regular price $35.00
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Tilton Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) is late ripening. Heavy producer of medium sized richly flavored fruits. Somewhat brown rot resistant.

  • No.1 apricot for canning, excellent fresh or dried as well. Medium to large, firm, rich flavor - one of the best. Widely adapted. Late ripening. Heavy producer of medium sized richly flavored fruits. Somewhat brown rot resistant. 600 chill hours, USDA zone 5-9
  • Estimated Chilling Requirement: 600 hours below 45°F
  • USDA Plant Hardiness Zones: 5 - 9
  • Pollination: Self-fruitful.
  • Bloom Season within fruit type(see note) late midseason
  • Harvest Season within fruit type late midseason
  • Harvest Dates: July 1 to July 10
    (approximate for Hickman, CA)
bloom time
March
chill hours
600- 600
hardiness zone
5 - 9
latin name
Prunus armeniaca
pollination requirements
Self-fertile, but benefits from cross-pollination with another Apricot
site and soil
Full sun and well-drained soil
size at maturity
10 ft - 12 ft