Harogem Apricot
Harogem Apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Harogem'
The Harogem apricot has small to medium, glossy orange fruit with a bright red blush. Fruit is very firm with orange, freestone flesh and good testure and flavor. The tree is consistently productive, cold hardy, and resistant to perennial canker and brown rot.
Height12-16 Feet
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Spread10-14 Feet
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USDA Hardiness Zone 4-8
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Prunus armeniaca 'Harogem' Homeowner Growing and Maintenance TipsHarogem should be pollinated by other apricots for best crops. Any of the other "Har" varieties will work well.
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A Little History about Harogem ApricotHarogem and other varieties whose name begins with "Har" were developed at the Harrow, Ontario Experiment Station in Canada and developed for the colder northern areas.
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Prunus armeniaca 'Harogem' Characteristics & Attributes
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Bloom Character
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Thin heavily for size |
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Pollinizer needed |
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Thin early for size |
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Disease Resistance
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Bacterial spot tolerant |
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Fruit Characteristics
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Medium size fruit |
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Freestone |
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Growth Rate/Habit
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Very vigorous |
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Upright habit |
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Harvest Period
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Other Attributes
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Site Requirements
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Skill Required
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Uses
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Good for drying |
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Canning or freezing |
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High dessert quality |
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Cooking or baking |
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