Goldcot apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot'
USDA zones5 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Goldcot' apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'Goldcot') is a tree for food gardens, borders, and containers. 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. Michigan State University bred it in 1967. The tree is self-fertile, so one tree can set fruit alone. The mid-season fruit is grown for fresh eating and cooking, and it keeps about 1 week.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, High-bush blueberry, and Greig's tulip.