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Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree
Prunus armeniaca 'Blenheim Royal'
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The Blenheim Royal apricot is a popular, freestone, all-purpose variety that is equally valuable for canning, drying, or fresh eating. This is the #1 apricot tree grown in California. Known as 'Royal' or 'Blenheim', its sweet, aromatic, flavorful fruit has soft yellow skin and orange cheek. Flesh is pale orange and juicy. Early bloom. Ripens late June to early July. 400 chill hours required. Self-fruitful.
How big does a Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree grow?
The Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree typically grows 15–20 feet tall and wide in the ground, or around 10–12 feet if grown as a semi-dwarf. It has a rounded canopy and makes a beautiful fruiting shade tree.
When does the Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree produce fruit?
Blenheim Royal Apricots ripen in early to mid-summer. The fruit is medium-sized, golden-orange, and known for its rich, sweet flavor with a hint of tartness—perfect for eating fresh, drying, or making jam.
Is the Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree self-pollinating?
Yes, the Blenheim Royal Apricot is self-pollinating, so it will bear fruit on its own. However, planting another apricot variety nearby can sometimes increase yields.
How much sunlight does the Blenheim Royal Apricot Tree need?
It thrives in full sun, needing at least 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for healthy growth and flavorful fruit.
Fruit Type
Apricot
Seasonality
Mature height
15-30 ft.
Mature Width
15-20 ft.
Sun exposure
Watering
Moderate
Grows Well in Zones
Flowering Season
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