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Prunus armeniaca 'Pioneer'

Pioneer Chinese Apricot


Prunus armeniaca ‘Pioneer’
A late blooming apricot, ideal for higher elevations and climates prone to late spring frosts. Golden-yellow fruits have a reddish blush, and are sweet, firm and juicy. Trees bear young and heavily. Called a “sweet pit apricot” as its pit is edible and tastes of almond. Self-fruitful, however yields improve with cross-pollination.

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Attributes

MINIMUM HEIGHT
10
Feet
MAXIMUM HEIGHT
15
Feet
MINIMUM SPREAD
12
Feet
MAXIMUM SPREAD
20
Feet
HARDINESS ZONES
4, 5, 6, 7, 8