Description
The Blenheim Apricot or Blenheim Royal is an old favorite that sets the standard for apricots. The juicy, orange fruit is noted for its sweet aromatic flavor. This free-stone apricot is famous in California for its canning quality. Blenheim apricots are also good for drying, fresh eating and juicing.
These apricots are known to have a complex yet perfectly balanced sweet-tart flavor with notes of honeysuckle and honey.
The Blenheim Apricot tree is among the earliest to bloom with fruit ripening mid-season. The Blenheim needs warm, dry weather during bloom. This variety requires low chill hours and is good choice for milder climates. The Blenheim Apricot is self-pollinating.
Characteristics
| Characteristic Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Bloom Color | Pink, White |
| Bloom Time | Early |
| Fruit Color | Orange |
| Fruit Size | Medium - Large |
| Hardiness Zone Range | 5 - 8 |
| Pollination | Self-Pollinating |
| Characteristic Name | Value |
|---|---|
| Ripens/Harvest | Late June/early July |
| Shade/Sun | Full Sun |
| Soil Composition | Loamy |
| Soil Moisture | Well Drained |
| Soil pH Level | 6.0 - 7.0 |
| Years to Bear | 2 - 5 |
Zone Compatibility
Pollination
This variety is self pollinating.
Tools & Supplies
Planting & Care
Learn all about how to grow apricot trees in The Growing Guide. An entire section of our website dedicated to your growing success.
