Bergeron apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Bergeron'
USDA zones5 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Upright
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- Pink - light
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Bergeron' apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'Bergeron') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. Light pink flowers open from early to late spring and draw butterflies and bees. The fruit ripens in mid season and is grown for fresh eating and cooking. This apricot is self-fertile, so one tree can set fruit alone.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Briar rose, Bluebell, and Feather reed grass.