Aprium Seeds (Prunus armeniaca × Prunus persica)

Grow your own Aprium Tree (Prunus armeniaca × Prunus persica), a unique hybrid fruit tree that combines the best traits of apricots and plums. Apriums are known for their intensely sweet, fragrant, and juicy fruits with a higher sugar content than traditional apricots. They have a smooth skin like an apricot but a firmer, richer texture and depth of flavor from their plum ancestry. These trees produce stunning spring blossoms, thrive in temperate climates, and are perfect for fresh eating, drying, preserves, and desserts.

1. Features:

• Unique Hybrid Fruit: A perfect blend of apricot sweetness and plum richness.
• High Sugar Content: Sweeter than regular apricots with an intense, fruity flavor.
• Beautiful Spring Blooms: Pink-white flowers attract bees and pollinators.
• Versatile Uses: Enjoy fresh, dried, or in jams, desserts, and baking.

1. Specifications:

• Botanical Name: Prunus armeniaca × Prunus persica
• Common Name: Aprium (Apricot-Plum Hybrid)
• Tree Height: 12–20 feet (depending on variety)
• Fruit Size: 1–2 inches in diameter
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained, fertile, slightly acidic to neutral soil
• Sun Requirements: Full sun (6+ hours of direct sunlight daily)
• Watering Needs: Moderate; prefers deep, consistent watering
• Germination Time: 4–8 weeks (cold stratification required)
• Harvest Time: Early to mid-summer
• Chill Hours: 300–600+ hours, depending on variety