apricot 'Tomcot'

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A self-fertile apricot cultivar that is considered to be reliable in cool climates; suitable for southern and central areas of the UK. The spring blossom is followed by large, orange fruits with a crimson blush. Cropping season: mid to late July

Scientific classification

Species: apricot 'Tomcot' (Prunus armeniaca 'Tomcot')
Genus: Prunus
Family: Rosaceae

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Toxicity: Fruit Edible
Plant type: 2.5-4 metres
Height: 2.5-4 metres
Spread: Deciduous
Foliage: Bushy
Habit: Spring · Summer
Season of interest: Full sun
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Distribution of apricot 'Tomcot'

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Culture

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Toxicity

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Quick identification of apricot 'Tomcot'

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apricot 'Tomcot' care guide

Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings
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Watering

Deep watering during dry spells, allowing slight surface drying between soakings

Fertilizing

Balanced shrub or tree feed once each early spring

Pruning

May be trained as a fan on a warm wall, or as a free-standing bush in milder areas. Train fan-trained trees in spring. Pruning established fans is carried out in early summer and after harvest

Propagation

Propagate by grafting on rootstock for fruit. Seed-raised plants are likely to be inferior to the parent

Growing

Apricots flourish on deep, moisture-retentive, well-drained, ideally slightly alkaline soils and struggle in poor, shallow soils. Although fully hardy, they bloom early, and the flowers are vulnerable to frost, so trees need a warm, sheltered position. Protect blossom from frost at night, and hand pollinate if insects are scarce. See How to grow: Apricots for cultivation details

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