Precious Apricot Rootstock/Size:Manchurian Full Size: 2-3 ft.

Precious Apricot Rootstock/Size:Manchurian Full Size: 2-3 ft.Overview Precious is a remarkably cold hardy and uncommon apricot valued for its late bloom, disease resistance, and ability to produce reliably in climates where most apricots fail. It has earned a reputation as one of the most dependable apricots for northern growers, particularly in regions with frequent spring frosts. History & Origin According to Whiffletree Nursery, Precious originates from an old apricot tree discovered just south of Georgian

None of the peaches—except for Contender (-33°F) and Siberian Peach (-38°F)—can survive sub -30°F temperatures in our experience

Based on available descriptions and modern cultivar listings

While it was originally thought to be McIntosh x Newtown Pippin

Hardy Apple

Antifreeze Tested & Field Proven

Fruit comes on around the same time as Rescue in mid August

including sites that have dropped to around –40°F

If the Pollen Parent Was a Hybrid Plum (Asian × American

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Wolf Creek (Helena)

It’s also notoriously fast-growing

and it also performs well in jam