Flavor Delight Aprium

The Flavor Delight Aprium® (Prunus armeniaca × Prunus salicina) is a unique interspecific hybrid that combines the best qualities of apricots and plums. This early-season fruit tree is prized for its exceptional flavor, ornamental beauty, and adaptability to various climates.

🍑 Fruit Characteristics

• Appearance: Medium-sized, golden-yellow fruit with a slight blush, resembling an apricot but with smoother skin.

• Flavor: A rich, sweet, and tangy taste that blends the classic apricot flavor with subtle plum undertones. 

• Texture: Firm and juicy flesh, making it ideal for fresh eating, baking, or preserving. 

• Harvest Time: Ripens in early summer, typically from late May to mid-June, depending on local climate conditions.

🌳 Tree Characteristics

• Growth Habit: Upright and spreading, reaching a mature height and width of approximately 12–15 feet.

• Bloom Time: Produces showy pink blossoms in early spring, adding ornamental value to the landscape. 

• Chill Requirement: Low chill requirement of less than 300 hours, making it suitable for warmer climates. 

• Hardiness Zones: Thrives in USDA Zones 6–10. 

• Pollination: Self-fruitful; however, planting with another apricot variety can enhance fruit production. 

🌱 Planting & Care

• Sunlight: Requires full sun exposure for optimal growth and fruit production.

• Soil: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil.

• Watering: Maintain consistent moisture, especially during dry periods, but avoid waterlogging.

• Pruning: Prune in late winter to maintain shape and remove any dead or diseased wood. 

📦 Availability

The Flavor Delight Aprium® tree is available in the following sizes:

15-Gallon Container: Ideal for those seeking a manageable tree size with quicker establishment.

• 24" Box: Offers a more mature tree for earlier fruit production.

• 36" Box: Provides an advanced tree for immediate landscape impact and fruiting.

Please note: Larger box sizes may require special equipment for unloading and may incur additional delivery charges.

The Flavor Delight Aprium® is an excellent choice for home gardeners and orchard enthusiasts alike, offering delicious fruit, ornamental beauty, and ease of care.