{"product_id":"tomcot-apricot-tree","title":"Tomcot Apricot Tree","description":"\u003cp\u003eTomcot apricot trees are celebrated for their early-season harvest and exceptional flavor. The medium to large fruit has bright orange skin with a red blush and firm, tangy-sweet flesh that’s perfect for fresh eating, canning, or drying. This vigorous, self-fruitful variety thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil, requiring moderate chill hours for optimal production. Tomcot trees bloom early, displaying showy white blossoms that add beauty to your garden. Known for its reliable yields and superior taste, Tomcot is an excellent choice for gardeners looking to enjoy apricots early in the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSemi-dwarf on Citation rootstock.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eZones: \u003c\/strong\u003e5-9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eChill hours: \u003c\/strong\u003e600-900\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBloom Time: \u003c\/strong\u003eEarly (Based on typical Central Valley California weather)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarvest: \u003c\/strong\u003eJune 10 - June 20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLooks: \u003c\/strong\u003eLarge, orange fruit with firm, sweet flesh.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePersonality: \u003c\/strong\u003eOrange colored and slightly glossy skin with a trace of blush on the side that is exposed to the sun. The pit is medium-large and freestone.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFacts of note: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe Tomcot Apricot tree is a unique cold hardy apricot fast becoming one of Americas most popular home garden varieties. This variety has a proven performance from zone 5 to zone 9 with reports of favorable sets in certain locations in zone 4. Large orange fruit with orange flesh the Tomcot is slightly acidic with a traditional apricot flavor. Introduced in 1989 from Prosser, Washington. Known for giving off a lot of fruit and is very consistent year to year and is early to ripen. The Tomcot's ability to turn off its bloom when the weather gets unfavorable is reported in many areas.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePollination: \u003c\/strong\u003ePartly self-fruitful; biggest crops if cross-pollinated by another apricot.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisit our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.groworganic.com\/blogs\/articles\/fruit-trees\"\u003eFruit Tree Central\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit tree videos and articles.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eVisit \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/docs.google.com\/spreadsheets\/d\/1Rdt4TYt4fE0vpvNhXDgewxzwx4hg8xQc8_14DbtDKNc\/edit?usp=sharing\"\u003eTree Characteristics\u003c\/a\u003e for a listing of all our fruit \u0026amp; nut tree growing characteristics.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Grow Organic","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46343995949222,"sku":"FT059","price":55.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0356\/3149\/7260\/files\/tomcot-apricot.jpg?v=1746552983","url":"https:\/\/www.setapartfarmandgardens.com\/products\/tomcot-apricot-tree","provider":"Set Apart Farm \u0026 Gardens","version":"1.0","type":"link"}