- Firm, Juicy Fruit
- Self-Fruitful
- 350 Chilling Hours Required
- Medium to Large Apricots
- Beautiful White Flowers in the Spring
- Full, Dark Green Foliage
- Disease Resistant
- Perfect For Warmer, Mild Winter Areas
- Produces Fruit In June To Early July
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree (Prunus armeniaca ‘Tropic Gold’ is the picture perfect apricot tree. They produce medium to large golden fruit that glows in the sunlight. If you want pristine apricots that are juicy and bright, you need a Tropic Gold Apricot Tree!
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree is hard to miss, as it is filled with abundant fruits that are yellow-orange with little red freckles. The Tropic Gold Apricots grow in dense clusters from weeping branches creating a majestic image.
The weeping branches and dark green foliage creates a mystic background for the bright colored fruit. The tree can grow up to 20 feet and can spread 20 feet, as well.
In the spring, white, fragrant flowers bloom, making a gorgeous tree to welcome you into summer weather.
The Tropic Gold Apricot is a tasty fruit, featuring an addicting sweet flavor. You’ll be able to enjoy these fruits right when they ripen from June to July.
You won’t be able to resist snacking on these apricots right off the tree, however, you can enjoy them in a wide variety of ways. The sugar level of the Tropic Gold Apricot makes them excellent for preserves and canning. They also make a mouthwatering jam or jelly for desserts!
How to Use The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree In The Landscape
The Tropic Gold Apricot is the perfect addition to your yard, as it is a show stopper! It will easily increase curb appeal and be the talk of the year.
The pretty colors in the spring and bright fruit later are both noteworthy views from your kitchen window.
Add one to your orchard to create a diverse and bountiful harvest.
Use your gorgeous tree as shade protection during those hot summer days. Refresh yourself with one of the tasty fruits, too!
A line of Tropic Gold Apricot Trees would make for a sightly view and a vivid divider for your property!
Tips For Care
Choose a full sun location for your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree so it can grow to its fullest potential!
They like to live with well drained soil, and if you are unfamiliar with well drained soil, read our blog post here. Once it is established in its area, it will become drought tolerant, which is appreciable for those warmer climates.
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree is self-fertile and exceptional for an orchard with other fruit trees.
Ensure that you prune your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree. Cut any broken, damaged, or crossing branches so the tree can grow without issues arising. Pruning fruit trees is a simple task. Read our blog post here about pruning your fruit tree.
We’d suggest pouring a layer of mulch around the base of your tree to conserve moisture and protect roots.
Water your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree regularly. Watering weekly is recommended, or more if the heat is extreme. Feed your tree in late winter while dormant.