Tomcot Apricot Tree – Prunus armeniaca Live Bare Root Tree | 3 Feet Tall | Early Sweet Apricot Variety | Productive Cold Hardy Fruit Tree

Grow delicious early-season apricots with this live Tomcot Apricot Tree, shipped bare root and ready for planting. Tomcot is a highly productive apricot variety known for its large orange fruit, firm sweet flesh, and classic slightly tart old-fashioned apricot flavor. Ripening 2–3 weeks earlier than Wenatchee Moorpark, this early harvest variety is an excellent choice for home orchards and gardeners seeking dependable fruit production. Originally developed in Prosser, Washington and introduced in 1989, Tomcot performs well in a wide range of climates and requires relatively low chilling hours. This vigorous fruit tree is ideal for backyard orchards, edible gardens, and patio growing with proper pruning. You will receive a healthy live bare root tree similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Tomcot Apricot Tree
✔️ Height: approximately 3 feet tall
✔️ Shipped bare root
✔️ Healthy, dormant fruit tree
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Tomcot Apricot
Botanical Name: Prunus armeniaca ‘Tomcot’
Plant Type: Deciduous fruit tree
Growth Stage: Young grafted tree
Sun Requirements: Full sun preferred (6–8 hours daily)
Soil: Well-draining fertile soil
Watering: Moderate; water deeply during dry periods
Mature Height: 12–18 feet
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 4–9
Harvest Season: Early season, 2–3 weeks before Wenatchee Moorpark
Chill Hours: Approximately 500 hours or less
Pollination: Partly self-fruitful; larger crops with another apricot variety nearby
Container Friendly: Yes, with pruning and proper care

💡 Care Tip: Soak bare roots before planting and choose a sunny location with good airflow for the best fruit quality and disease prevention. Annual pruning helps maintain structure and improves harvest production.