Click here for Apricot Care Guide Prunus armeniaca 'Harcot' – Harcot Apricot Note: Due to import restrictions, we are unable to ship Apricot to California. Harcot originates from the Harrow Fruit Station in Southern Ontario, Canada. It is frost-hardy and late-blooming, making it more resilient in colder climates. This variety is resistant to brown rot and perennial canker. The fruit is medium to large with a sweet, juicy, and rich flavor—considered one of the best. Spacing: Plant within a 14-foot circle USDA Zones: 5–8 Growing Notes: When planted alone, fruit set may be low. In some regions, fruit can be lost to late frosts, making it not regularly dependable. Susceptible to Prunus-related insects and diseases. Always a beautiful bloomer in spring. Plant Characteristics: Pest Resistance: Poor Disease Resistance: Fair Drought Tolerance: Fair Heat Tolerance: Good Humidity Tolerance: Fair Sun Tolerance: Excellent Wet Soil Tolerance: Poor Shade Tolerance: Poor No Spray: Poor Salt Tolerance: Poor Fresh for Kids: Excellent Deer Resistance: Fair Thorns: No Plant Type: Tree Soil Type: Adaptable Self-Fertile: Yes This information is accurate to the best of our knowledge. Comments and feedback are always welcome!