Tree Details | |
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Grid Ref | K3 |
Tree Type | Apricot |
Variety | Moorpark |
Rootstock | St Julien A |
Date Planted | 18 March 2010 |
Tree Description | Pale yellow with orange blush. Deep reddish-orange flesh, very juicy. Crops well, excellent flavour. Makes a good bushy tree. Best in Early August. |
Comments | Suggested by RP & CS. The apricot was the first tree in the Orchard to produce a crop large enough to harvest. CS made six small tarts with the fruit, they had a beautiful flavour. See photos of the tarts in the Fruit & Food section of the Photos. |
Orchard Map |
Apple trees were sent for the walled garden..."Six Gouldin Russetings, four Deusans, foure Summer Paremains". (Bassingbourne Gawdy)