Prunus X 'Goldcot'
goldcot apricot
- Semi-dwarf
- Heavy producer
- Early August crop of medium-sized, nearly round apricots
- Golden-yellow skin
- Great for fresh eating
- Best for canning, as its flavor, texture, and color hold up well
- Pink blossoms in late April
- Furrowed bark and glossy leaves in summer
- Category: Fruit Tree, Edibles
- Hardiness Zone: 5-8
- Height: 15-20 ft
- Spread: 15-20 ft
- Bloom Color: Yellow Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
Purchase options for goldcot apricot
- Size: #7 6-7'
- Status: BeautiFULL
- Availability: In Stock
$125.00
(Semi-Dwarf) 'Goldcot' produces a great crop of early, medium sized, nearly round Apricots in early August. These delicious fruits are freestone and have a tough golden yellow skin that protects them from easy bruising. 'Goldcot' fruit is fine for fresh eating, but truly shines as a canner since the flavor, texture and the golden color go through the canning process better than most other Apricots without a loss of quality. Apricots like 'Goldcot' contain carotenoids which are antioxidants that help prevent heart disease, reduce "bad cholesterol" levels and protect against cancer. 'Goldcot' is somewhat self-fruitful but for best yield, plant (2) or more together or plant another selection of Apricot nearby. You won't mind planting more since the trees are gorgeous in late April, covered with pink blossoms, and ornamental in summer with their furrowed bark and heart-shaped, glossy leaves. Plant in full sun for the best fruit production.
Growing Tips for Prunus X 'Goldcot'
Thrives in full sun. Feed yearly with an organic fertilizer. Prune to train and shape for good air flow in winter by removing crossing branches or those that are too close to each other.