Sungold Apricot Rootstock/Size:Manchurian Full Size: 4-5 ft.Overview Sungold is a University of Minnesota apricot cultivar introduced in 1960. Although UMN only released one other apricot (Moongold), its genetic pedigree, which consists of some Siberian apricot, is still worthy of growing in places that see even 40F temps. Up there with some of the Prairie Province apricots (Westcot, Morden 604, Debbie's Gold, etc.) in terms of hardiness. Origin & History Sungold was developed at the University of Minnesota
A reliable Zone 4 variety
This technique helps apple varieties establish themselves quickly with the assistance of the Siberian Crab’s hardy stock
These are potted transplants (not field grown)
Flavor: While the small fruit may not be for fresh eating
Suitable for all parts of Montana’s climate
Taste notes from our 2022 company tasting of Forbidden Fruit’s Contenders:
Listed widely online as zone 4
we were taken aback at their size—most coming in slightly under 2" in diameter
for tighter spacing/more pruning)
“Red Wealthy” is a sport of selected for improved red coloration and later keeping
Approximately 12–15 ft on semi-dwarf systems
Ripening is very late for an apricot
