Description
Canino Apricot (Prunus armeniaca ‘Canino’)
The Canino apricot tree is a variety native to southern Spain, discovered around 1900. Self-fertile, vigorous and very productive, it adapts well to cultivation in the south of France. This variety is appreciated for its large, tasty fruits and good adaptability.
Characteristics of the fruit
- Size: Large (4.5 to 5.5 cm in diameter)
- Color: Golden yellow, darker in the sun
- Flesh: Fine, firm, juicy
- Flavour: Sweet and fragrant
- Storage: Good
Culture
Exhibition
The Canino apricot tree requires a sunny and warm exposure for optimal fruiting.
Soil
It adapts to all types of soil, but prefers well-drained soil, even dry soil. It tolerates limestone.
Pollination
This variety is self-fertile, so it doesn’t need other trees to be pollinated.
Hardiness
Hardy down to -15ยฐC, but the flowers are sensitive to late frosts (destroyed at -2ยฐC).
Care
Size
Perform maintenance pruning in late winter to maintain a balanced, airy shape. For trellised forms, prune green in summer. Check out our guide to pruning fruit trees for more details.
Watering
Water regularly in the first few years, especially during hot periods. The Canino apricot tree tolerates drought well once established.
Diseases and pests
This apricot tree is generally resistant to disease, but can be susceptible to moniliosis. Be sure to maintain good aeration of the tree to prevent fungal problems.
Uses
Canino apricots are excellent for:
- Fresh consumption as a table fruit
- Transformation into jams and compotes
- Pastry, especially for pies
- The production of nectar thanks to their juice content
Our planting tips
- Choose a sunny and wind-sheltered location.
- Dig a planting hole three times wider than the root ball of the tree.
- Mix the planting soil with compost or quality potting soil.
- Plant the tree, being careful not to bury the graft point.
- Water thoroughly after planting and install a stake if necessary.
- Mulch the base of the tree to conserve moisture and limit weed competition.
For more information on planting fruit trees, check out our guide to planting fruit trees.
Complementary varieties
Although the Canino apricot tree is self-fertile, you can diversify your orchard with other varieties of apricot trees such as:
Also discover our selection of the best varieties of apricot trees to help you in your choice.
Our advice in video
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