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apricot 'Kioto' (PBR)

apricot Kioto

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Alluring and juicy orange fruits, kissed with a charming red blush, make for a delightful addition to small gardens and large patio pots. Notably, the blossom exhibits commendable frost resilience, flowering later in the spring than many apricots, and ensuring a more secure bloom. Thriving best in a warm, sheltered spot with full sun, this semi-vigorous, but manageable variety boasts a slightly slower pace of growth compared to its counterparts making it ideal for smaller, south-facing spaces. With its unique combination of traits, 'Kioto' stands out as an excellent choice for both seasoned and budding apricot enthusiasts in the UK.

How to care for apricot Kioto (PBR):

When planting your apricot, prepare a hole up to three times the diameter of its root system. Fork over the base of the pit in readiness, incorporating plenty of organic matter into the backfill and planting hole. Avoiding frozen and waterlogged soil, trees should be planted out as they arrive. If you've ordered a bare root tree, soak the roots in a bucket of water for half an hour prior to planting, or if this is not possible, they can be heeled in temporarily, covering their roots with soil, or potted up. In exposed positions, consider growing against or training on a sheltered, sunny wall, or stake firmly, keeping the base weed-free. Apply a balanced fertiliser in early spring to support growth and fruiting and provide regular watering during hot, dry spells. Protect blooms from late frost by covering the plant with a double layer of horticultural fleece, and prune in summer to reduce the risk of disease.
Flowering period:
  • Jan
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Eventual height:
3m
Eventual spread:
1.5m
Position:

Full sun

Rate of growth:

Average

Soil:

Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil

Hardiness:

Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)

  • InformationThis plant is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.

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12 litre pot | SJA root stock | 1.5m
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