The Manchurian Apricot Tree is a stunning ornamental and fruit-bearing tree known for its beautiful early-spring blooms and delicious golden fruits. Native to East Asia, this apricot variety is valued for its cold tolerance and adaptability, thriving in a wide range of soil types and climates.
Each spring, it produces a dazzling display of white to pale pink flowers, followed by small, flavorful apricots that ripen in early summer. These fruits are excellent for fresh eating, preserves, or baking, while the tree itself adds ornamental beauty to any landscape.
Ideal for home orchards, backyard planting, or decorative garden use, the Manchurian Apricot combines beauty and productivity in one low-maintenance tree.
Features
- 🌸 Beautiful Blooms: Early spring flowers in shades of white and pink.
- 🍑 Sweet, Edible Apricots: Small golden fruits perfect for fresh eating or preserves.
- ❄️ Cold-Hardy Variety: Tolerates temperatures as low as -40°F; ideal for northern climates.
- 🌳 Dual-Purpose Tree: Great for both fruit production and ornamental landscaping.
- 🌿 Fast Growth: Rapid establishment and early flowering.
- 🌱 Non-GMO Seeds: Naturally sourced and untreated for healthy growth.
Specifications
- Common Name: Manchurian Apricot Tree
- Scientific Name: Prunus mandshurica
- Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
- Zones: USDA 3–7
- Growth Habit: Upright, spreading crown
- Height: 15–25 feet
- Spread: 10–20 feet
- Sunlight: Full sun
- Soil Type: Well-drained loam or sandy soil
- Soil pH: 6.0–7.5
- Watering: Moderate; drought-tolerant once established
- Temperature Range: -40°F to 90°F (-40°C to 32°C)
- Days to Germination: 30–60 days (requires cold stratification)
- Maturity: 3–5 years to fruit production
- Bloom Time: Early spring
- Harvest Season: Early to mid-summer
- Pollination: Self-fertile, but cross-pollination improves yield
- GMO Status: 100% Non-GMO
- Uses: Ornamental flowering tree, edible fruit, home orchards
Planting Guide
- Cold Stratification: Place seeds in moist sand or paper towel inside a plastic bag. Refrigerate for 60–90 days before planting.
- Prepare Soil: Use well-drained, fertile soil in a sunny location.
- Sow Seeds: Plant seeds 1 inch deep after stratification.
- Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not soggy.
- Light: Full sun exposure ensures strong growth and flowering.
- Transplanting: Move seedlings outdoors after frost danger has passed.
- Spacing: 15–20 feet apart for mature trees.
- Fertilization: Apply balanced tree fertilizer each spring.
- Pruning: Prune annually to encourage healthy structure and airflow.
- Harvest: Pick ripe fruits when golden-orange and slightly soft.
Care Tips
- Protect young trees from frost in the first year.
- Apply mulch around the base to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.
- Ensure good air circulation to reduce fungal disease risk.
- For improved fruit yield, plant multiple apricot varieties nearby.