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The Golden-yellow 'Gold Cot' Apricot

Resembling a small, yellow peach, ‘Gold Cot’ Apricot is a large freestone fruit that will keep in the refrigerator for several weeks. It can be used for preserves, drying, desserts, and canning. Apricots contain carotenoids which are antioxidants that help prevent heart disease, reduce "bad cholesterol" levels, and protect against cancer.

This Apricot tree is a semi-dwarf that reaches a height of 15 to 18 feet. It does not require a pollinator, thrives in zones 4-8, and is one of the earliest ripening fruits; ready for harvest in June. It is best to thin fruit early in the season to maximize size and quality.

The ‘Gold Cot’ requires well-drained, moderately fertile soil in full sun. Apricot trees, once established, are somewhat drought-tolerant. The trees are gorgeous in spring with white or pink blossoms, and ornamental in summer with their furrowed bark and heart-shaped, glossy leaves. The leaves are red when new and dark green when mature.

Published Nov 06 2009, 06:28 AM by barb-nhn

Filed under: blooms, ornamental, full sun, early, freestone, semi-dwarf tree, fruit tree, apricot tree, gold cot

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