| Cultivar Name: |
Tilton
|
| Type |
Apricot |
| Patent |
Not Patented
|
| Species |
Prunus armeniaca
|
| Usage |
Scion
|
| Products |
Canning
Dried
Freezing
Fresh Market
|
| Chill Requirement |
600 chill hours required
|
| Yield |
High
|
| Flesh Color |
light orange
|
| Pit |
Freestone
|
| Ripening time |
+1
weeks relative to
Blenheim
|
| Self Compatible |
Yes - Self Compatible
|
| Description |
No.1 apricot for canning, excellent fresh or dried as well. Medium to large, firm, rich flavor - one of the best. Widely adapted. Very large, heart shape. Light orange skin. Firm, flavorful flesh. Tree is vigorous, resistant to late frosts. Cold hardy to U.S.D.A. Zone 7. An excellent pollinizer. |
| References |
- L.E. Cooke Co. Fruit and Nut Tree Variety Descriptions. Link
- Burchell Nursery Fruit and Nut Tree Varieties. Link
- Dave Wilson Nursery. Link
- UCANR, Growing Apricots in California:An Overview; Link
- California Apricots America's Most Irresistible Fruit Varieties; Link
- Fruit Facts Apricot; Link
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