Apricot — Moorpark
Prunus armeniaca ' Moorpark'
Moorpark - Prunus armeniaca ' Moorpark'
Very popular large, round/oval orange coloured juicy apricot. It produces a high quality rich superbly flavoured fruit. Moorpark is self fertile and matures January approximately. Perfect for picking fresh from your backyard. Suitable for making into jams, stewing etc. A very versatile fruit.
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Fruit information
Maturity: Approximately January.
Fruit size: Large.
Fruit shape: Round/oval.
Skin: Orange.
Flesh colour: Orange.
Texture: Fleshy.
Flavour: Juicy.
Storage: Has a very short shelf life.
Chill: Medium to high chill.
Yield: Moderate.
Plant information
Origin: Public variety.
Status: Public.
Pollinators: Self Fertile.
Flower: White/pinkish in colour. Flowers in either pairs or singles. Has many stamens. Flowers in Spring.
Growth rate: Vigorous and hardy.
Height: 9m.
Width: 6m.
Leaf colour: Green with a red tinge..
Growing conditions: Prefers full sun with an open area with well drained soils. Prefers a mediterranean climate..
Disease: Prone to brown rot in humid areas.
Cultivation notes: Requires good water over the growing season. Is frost sensitive. Needs fertile well drained soils. Fruit may require thinning to increase overall fruit size
Harvest notes: Pick the fruit when firm. Handle carefully as apricots will bruise easily.
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