Price range: 22,00 € through 28,00 €
🌸 Flowering period: Early (March-April)
🍑 Harvest period: Mid-August
❄️ Storage: Limited shelf life, excellent drying
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The Hongaarse Apricot Tree, also known as the “Best in Hungary”, is one of the most renowned varieties in the world for the exceptional quality of its fruit. Originating in Hungary and known since 1755, this historic variety produces apricots that are considered to be among the tastiest of all varieties.
This self-fertile variety stands out for its high productivity and excellent adaptation to cold areas, making it a top choice for gardeners looking for taste quality above all else. Its exceptional aroma and unique musky flavour have made its reputation throughout Europe.
| Feature | Description | Quality |
|---|---|---|
| Size | Large to very large fruits | Generous and attractive calibre |
| Color | Red-orange, smooth and luminous | Perfect commercial appearance |
| Flesh | Orange-yellow, firm, juicy | Perfect texture, not pasty |
The flesh of the Hongaarse has a delicious and fragrant musky flavor, very sweet with a slight acidity that perfectly balances the taste. The pit is easily detached from the flesh, making it easier to taste and process.
The Hongaarse Apricot tree shows a remarkable adaptation to cold areas, a rare characteristic for an apricot tree. It prefers a sunny exposure in rich, well-drained soil and can tolerate slightly basic to neutral soils.
🌱 Planting period: Autumn (November-December) or spring (March-April), outside of frost periods
Planting Requirements:
Although Hongaarse is self-fertile, you can combine it with Bergeron Apricot or Polish Apricot for cross-pollination that can improve production.
Young trees require regular watering, especially during periods of drought. Adult trees are more resistant to drought but appreciate watering during the fruit formation period.
Annually add a rich fertilizer in the spring before flowering and a compost in the fall. This balanced nutrition is essential to maintain the exceptional quality of the fruit.
Regular pruning is necessary to promote fruiting and maintain a balanced tree:
Hongaarse has very good hardiness and general resistance to common apricot diseases. Its strong growth can reach up to 9 meters in high stems, testifying to its natural vigour.
✅ Strength Strengths:
⚠️ Caution: Despite its hardiness, early flowering remains sensitive to late spring frosts. Protection may be necessary in the event of frost forecast.
The Hongaarse harvest takes place in mid-August with a staggered maturity allowing several passages. The fruits are ready when they take on their beautiful reddish-orange colour and give off their characteristic musky scent.
🍽️ Exceptional uses:
| Usage | Quality | Result |
|---|---|---|
| 🍑 Table | musky flavour | Exceptional tasting |
| 🥧 Pastry | Firm flesh, intense | Fragrant pies and desserts |
| 🍯 Canned goods | Aromatic | Jams of excellence |
| ☀️ Drying | Firm flesh, little water | Quality dried apricots |
🏆 Taste excellence above all:
Hardiness: Withstands well in sub-zero winter temperatures. Vigorous growth of up to 9 metres in the tall stem.
Hongaarse (Best in Hungary) represents the pinnacle of taste quality in apricot trees. For lovers of exceptional fruits, this historic variety offers an incomparable taste experience, combining tradition, quality and remarkable climatic adaptation. An investment in excellence for your family orchard.
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| Weight | 0,33 kg |
|---|---|
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