Soldonne Apricot
R100,00
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The Soldonne Apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'Soldonne') is a popular South African cultivar known for its medium-sized, sweet, orange-yellow, free-stone fruits, ideal for fresh eating, drying, and preserves, ripening in late November with a moderate-vigor, upright tree that's self-fertile and suitable for warmer climates due to lower chilling requirements.
Fruit Characteristics
- Color: Orange-yellow skin and flesh.
- Texture: Fine, firm, semi-melting.
- Taste: Satisfactory sweet flavor.
- Type: Free-stone (pit separates easily).
- Uses: Excellent for eating fresh, drying, canning, and jams.
Tree Characteristics & Growing Conditions
- Growth: Moderate vigor, upright growth habit.
- Size: Reaches about 4m in height and spread.
- Pollination: Self-fertile, but cross-pollination can increase yield.
- Chilling: Low chilling requirement, making it good for warmer regions.
- Sunlight: Full sun is essential.
- Soil: Well-draining, slightly acidic to neutral (pH 6.0–7.0).
Cultivation
- Planting: Plant in early spring before bud burst or late autumn.
- Pruning: Annual winter pruning is needed, as fruit forms on the previous season's growth.
- Maturity: Produces fruit in 3-4 years, with a productive life of 10-30 years.
Origin & Availability
- Developed in South Africa.
- Widely available from South African nurseries and garden centers
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