Prunus armeniaca Canino - Organic Apricot Tree

The Canino Apricot Tree from Organic Farming is one of the best early varieties. The tree is self-fertile, vigorous, disease-resistant, and very productive. It bears large oblong fruits with yellow-orange skin, measuring 4.5 to 5.5 cm (2in) in diameter, with firm, juicy, sweet, and pleasantly fragrant flesh. They are appreciated for making tarts or clafoutis. Due to their high juice content, they are well suited for making apricot juice. They can also be enjoyed fresh and store well after harvest. This variety is suitable for the south or the hot and sunny Atlantic coast: flowering is early, in February-March, and the flowers freeze at -2°C (28.4°F). Harvesting begins around mid-June, depending on the region.

The apricot tree we cultivate (in Latin Prunus armeniaca) was introduced to the Mediterranean basin from Armenia, hence its name. Four geographical subgroups have been identified. The crossbreeding of varieties from two of them, North Africa and Europe, probably gave rise to the Canino variety. Originally from the Valencia region in Spain, the Canino variety is grown throughout the Mediterranean basin. In Morocco, it represents 80% of the cultivated area.

The Canino Apricot Tree is adapted to the Mediterranean climate. However, it will also thrive very well in the shelter of a sunny wall in colder regions.
The apricot tree has a naturally rounded habit, forming a dome. The branches grow regularly, in all directions on 2/3 of the trunk. The leaves are toothed and heart-shaped with a long petiole.
The apricot tree blooms in March, despite its sensitivity to frost. The flowers are carried by the previous year's branches. The flower has 5 slightly pinkish white petals and red sepals. It is fragrant but only lasts a short time. Fruit ripens in the second half of July.
The Canino Apricot Tree, a very fertile, self-fertile variety. Therefore, it does not need the presence of another apricot tree for pollination.

Apricots are consumed fresh, dried, or prepared in various ways: jams, tarts, compotes, apricots in syrup... They are also found in savoury dishes, such as rabbit with apricots and parsnips. Apricot juices are often mixed with a touch of peach juice to balance the natural acidity.

For transport reasons, our tallest scions may be pruned before shipping. They are suitable for all common training sizes: cordons, espaliers, goblets, half-standards, and low standards, but not high standards. If you would like more information or advice on the training of your fruit trees, please do not hesitate to contact us.