Apricot, Royalty

Tree Care:

Planting:
- Choose well-drained soil in full sun.
- Dig a hole twice as wide as the root ball, at the same depth.
- Water deeply during planting.

Watering:
- Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment.
- Water deeply but infrequently.
- Mulch for moisture retention.

Fertilizing:
- Use balanced, slow-release fertilizer in spring.
- Avoid over-fertilization.

Pruning:
- Maintain shape and remove dead branches.
- Lightly prune in late winter.

Mulching:
- Apply mulch for moisture and weed control.
- Keep mulch away from the trunk.

Pest and Disease Control:
- Monitor for pests and diseases.
- Apply controls as needed.
- Keep the area clean.

Flowering and Fruit:
- Beautiful pink blossoms in spring.
- Enjoy sweet, flavorful apricots for various uses.

Winter Care:
- Protect from winter damage with tree wrap.
- Prune in late winter to remove dead branches.

Tree Description:

Size/Shape: Medium-sized with a rounded canopy.

Leaves: Medium-sized, oval or lance-shaped, green leaves.

Flowers: Pink blossoms in spring, attracting pollinators.

Fruit: Medium-sized apricots with reddish-purple skin, sweet and flavorful.

Hardiness: USDA zones 5 to 8.

Cultural Care:
- Well-drained soil, full sun.
- Adequate watering.
- Pruning for shape.
- Mulching for moisture and weed control.
- Monitor pests and diseases.

Flowering/Fruit: Pink spring blossoms yield sweet apricots.

Winter Care: Protect from winter damage with trunk wrap and late winter pruning.