Apricot Surprise

This variety was obtained by crossing elite seedling 8-3 (Success x Triumph Northern) and the variety Amber. Authors: A.N. Venyaminov, L.A. Dolmatova. Recommended for amateur gardening.

Medium-sized tree with a round, slightly spreading crown. Moderate branching ability. Branches of medium length and thickness. Internodes are closely spaced. Flowering buds form as cluster branches.

Fruits ripen at the end of July, fairly large, up to 45 g, oval-shaped, slightly compressed on the sides. Skin is velvety, slightly hairy, slightly wrinkled, pale-yellow with a delicate blush. Flesh is pale-yellow, tender, slightly dry, medium-sweet, with a mild tart taste. Pit is oval-shaped, fairly large. Fruits have high transportability. Suitable for fresh consumption and processing.

Early-fruiting, partially self-fertile. First fruiting at 3 years after planting. Average yield is 17 kg from a 6-year-old tree. Resistant to diseases. Good wood hardiness, moderate flower bud winter hardiness.