Manchurian Apricot Seeds (Prunus mandshurica) - Cold Hardy Apricot Tree - (Zone 3) - 9 Seeds

Apricot seeds sourced from a local orchard, seeds are from trees with medium to large fruit, cold hardy and productive. The Manchurian Apricot (Prunus armeniaca var. mandshurica) is a hardy, early-blooming apricot variety known for its adaptability to cold climates. Native to the Manchuria region of Northeast Asia, this apricot produces medium-sized fruits that are yellow to orange with a slight blush of red when ripe. The flesh is juicy, firm, and sweet, with a slightly tart undertone, making it ideal for fresh eating, canning, and drying. This cultivar is particularly valued for its ability to withstand temperatures as low as -40°F, making it suitable for growth in USDA zones 3 to 7. The tree itself is often used as a rootstock for other apricot varieties, also excellent as a pollinator for cultivar apricots.

Ripens: July
Size: 3–5 cm
Cold hardiness zone: 3
Seed Source:  Manitoba

Stratification: 1 - 2 months warm followed by 3-4 months cold.   Prunus seeds can benefit from a period of warm stratification, followed by several months of cold.  Planting outside in the fall is a simple and effective method.