MANCHURIAN APRICOT SEEDS
Prunus armeniaca
SKU: 2011-002
Description
The Manchurian Apricot is extremely hardy, and The North Dakota University reports cold hardiness to zone 3. Relatively drought tolerant, it will not tolerate saturated soils.
It is a small tree with pinkish flower in spring, leaves turn yellow-orange in fall. The fruits can be used fresh, preserved or dried. Prunus armeniaca is the most commonly cultivated apricot species, and is extensively cultivated in many countries.
The seeds are in very limited supply.
Hardiness zones: 3-7
Seeds per pack: 2
Note: The seeds and leaves of prunus contain poisons. Do not eat them.
Germination: Use a sterile seed-start mix. Surface sow in a pot. Water, and place in plastic, and in the fridge for 60-90 days for stratification. Then bring to warmth for them to germinate. Keep continually moist.
Description
The Manchurian Apricot is extremely hardy, and The North Dakota University reports cold hardiness to zone 3. Relatively drought tolerant, it will not tolerate saturated soils.
It is a small tree with pinkish flower in spring, leaves turn yellow-orange in fall. The fruits can be used fresh, preserved or dried. Prunus armeniaca is the most commonly cultivated apricot species, and is extensively cultivated in many countries.
The seeds are in very limited supply.
Hardiness zones: 3-7
Seeds per pack: 2
Note: The seeds and leaves of prunus contain poisons. Do not eat them.
Germination: Use a sterile seed-start mix. Surface sow in a pot. Water, and place in plastic, and in the fridge for 60-90 days for stratification. Then bring to warmth for them to germinate. Keep continually moist.
