Blenheim Apricot

Blenheim Apricot

15 Gallon
$169.00
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Blenheim Apricot

Prunus armeniaca 'Blenheim'

The World's Favorite Heirloom Flavor • Perfect Sweet-Tart Balance • The Gold Standard for Drying

$169.00
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Because of their size and weight, our plants are not suitable for long-distance shipping and are delivered locally to ensure health and quality.

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The Blenheim Apricot is the legendary "Royal" variety, celebrated worldwide for its unparalleled, complex flavor that defines the essence of a perfect apricot. This gold-standard heirloom produces medium to large fruit with golden-orange skin and firm, aromatic flesh that offers a magical balance of rich honey sweetness and bright, wine-like acidity. While it requires more winter chill and is vulnerable to late frosts due to early bloom, its extraordinary taste for fresh eating, drying, and preserves makes it the coveted choice for apricot connoisseurs in suitable climates.

  • Universally acclaimed for its rich, intense, and perfectly balanced flavor—the benchmark for apricot taste.

  • Flesh is firm, deep orange, and freestone with a wonderfully complex sweet-tart profile.

  • The most commonly planted apricot in California for both commercial and home use.

  • Self-pollinating but blooms very early, making it susceptible to late spring frosts.

  • Requires more winter chill (approx. 500-600 hours) than low-chill varieties.

  • A vigorous, productive tree when grown in the right conditions.

Flavor Profile:

  • Flavor: Exceptionally rich and complex, with concentrated honey sweetness balanced by a vibrant, tangy acidity.

  • Texture: Firm, meaty, and non-stringy.

  • Best Uses: Considered the best all-purpose apricot: phenomenal fresh, peerless for drying (making the finest dried apricots), and superb for jam and canning.

Knowing how we measure the size?

Knowing how we measure the size?

When browsing our plants, you may notice size terms such as Gallon, Multi, or Stand. These describe how a plant is grown, containerized, or structured at the time of sale — not just its height. Understanding these terms will help you choose the right plant for your space and expectations.

🌱 Gallon Size (Container Size)

Gallon refers to the size of the nursery container the plant is currently growing in (e.g. 1 Gallon, 5 Gallon, 15 Gallon).

  • A larger gallon size generally means:

    • A more established root system

    • A sturdier plant

    • Faster visual impact after planting

  • Example:

    • 5 Gallon: Ideal for residential gardens, easy to handle, good balance of value and maturity

    • 15 Gallon: More mature, provides quicker results in the landscape

Note: Gallon size does not guarantee a specific height, as growth varies by species.


🌳 Multi (Multi-Trunk / Multi-Branch Form)

Multi indicates the plant has multiple trunks or main stems growing from the base.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Ornamental trees

    • Feature plants

    • Japanese maples, olives, crepe myrtles, etc.

  • Why choose Multi:

    • Fuller, more sculptural appearance

    • Strong visual presence even at younger ages

    • Popular for design-focused landscapes


🌲 Stand (Single-Trunk / Standard Form)

Stand (short for Standard) refers to a single, dominant trunk with a raised or naturally formed canopy.

  • Commonly used for:

    • Shade trees

    • Street trees

    • Orchard and structural plantings

  • Why choose Stand:

    • Clean, classic tree form

    • Easier clearance for walkways and lawns

    • Preferred for long-term structure and uniformity


🌿 Choosing the Right Size

  • If you want instant impact → larger Gallon, Multi form

  • If you want long-term structure → Stand form

  • If you want flexibility and value → mid-size Gallon containers

If you’re unsure which size or form fits your project, our team is happy to help you select the best option based on your space, timeline, and design goals.

Quick facts
  • Features:Foliage:Oval leaves with fine serrations.Rich green coloration.Deciduous.Flowers:.Pale pink-white blossoms.Intensely fragrant.Early blooming (February-March).Self-fertile.Fruit:Medium to large size (2-2.5" diameter).Golden-yellow skin with red speckling.Freestone with sweet kernel.Flavor: Complex balance of honey sweetness and subtle acidity.Texture: Firm, meaty, and exceptionally juicy
  • Habit: Spreading deciduous tree
  • Mature Height: 15-20 ft (easily maintained at 10-12 ft)
  • Mature Spread: 12-15 ft
  • Growth Rate: Moderate
  • Light Needs: Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
  • Key Advantages:Heirloom quality - legendary flavor since 1920s.Drought tolerant once established.Wind resistant - deep root system.Dual-purpose - excellent for fresh and processing
  • Special Attributes:Early blooming - requires frost protection.Complex flavor profile - floral and honey notes.Versatile use - perfect for canning and drying
  • Landscape Uses:Heritage orchards.Drought-tolerant landscaping.Windbreak plantings.Edible landscaping
FAQs

Q: Why is Blenheim so famous?
A: Its unique, complex flavor profile—simultaneously sweeter and tarter than other varieties—creates an unmatched depth of taste that is highly prized both fresh and dried. It is the variety most associated with premium California dried apricots.

Q: Is it a good choice for my area?
A: It thrives in climates with consistent, cold winters (to satisfy its chill requirement) and dry, warm springs (to protect its early blooms from frost and disease). It is ideal for many parts of California and similar Mediterranean climates.

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Place your order & schedule delivery

Choose your trees and preferred delivery window. Most Bay Area orders are delivered within about 10 business days, depending on routing and weather.

We deliver carefully to your property

Our drivers are trained to handle living plants, not just boxes. For many trees, we can set them in place near the planting site.

Grow with our ongoing support

You’ll receive basic care guidelines, and you can always reach out if you’re unsure about watering, fertilizing, or pruning.

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