Description
Wenatchee apricot, often referred to as Wenatchee Moorpark, is a classic American apricot closely associated with the dry, sunny conditions of central Washington. It has long been valued for its large fruit size, deep apricot flavor, and versatility in both fresh eating and preserving.
The fruit ripens to a deep golden-orange and develops a rich, full-bodied flavor when allowed to mature fully on the tree. Wenatchee is especially well known for its performance in drier summer climates, where disease pressure is lower and fruit quality reaches its peak.
Overview
- Classic Northwest apricot with large fruit.
- Rich, traditional apricot flavor.
- Excellent for fresh eating, canning, and drying.
- Well suited to dry-summer climates.
- Self-fertile.
Growing Details
Latin Name: Prunus armeniaca ‘Wenatchee’
Site and Soil: 1/2 day to full day of sun; well-drained soil essential
Rootstock: Marianna 2624
Hardiness: Hardy to USDA Zone 5
Bearing Age: 1–3 years
Size at Maturity: Typically 12–15 ft tall and wide (maintained smaller with pruning)
Bloom Time: Mid-spring
Ripening Time: Mid to late summer
Pollination Requirements: Self-fertile
Pests & Diseases: P
