Prunus armeniaca 'Luizet' (APRICOT)

Description:Common name: Apricot 'Luizet'. Large tasty fruit, 5cm in diameter. Yellow orange skin

Uses: Eating or cooking

Climate/Position: Sunny position, but will tolerate some shade. Suitable for growing in colder regions

Height/Spread: Height to 3 metres, depending on rootstock

Soil Requirements: Alkaline soils to neutral, moisture retentive, but not waterlogged

Pruning: Prune any damaged branches when newly planted, then any dead or crossing shoots

Special Requirements: Self-fertile