Varieties Early Apricots Self-Fertile

Apricots are fruits with truly unique properties: a cocktail of beta-carotene and lycopene. If you were wondering what these names mean, it is easy to say: these are two substances that hinder the formation of cholesterol in our body.

Along with these beneficial properties, apricots also contain as much as 3 grams of fiber which are essential not only for keeping weight under control but also for hyperglycemia.

For those who are interested in skin health, there is no shortage of antioxidant properties, due to the presence of vitamin A, in apricot thanks to which it is possible to fight free radicals.

Apricots have also long been used in traditional Asian medicine because they were thought to increase female fertility. A curiosity about this aspect is that science has confirmed the veracity of what might seem at first glance just a popular rumor because the apricot is rich in minerals useful for the production of sex hormones.

This fruit is now widely spread in Europe and is highly appreciated by growers in different parts of Italy for its taste and its adaptability to food processing in products such as juices or preserves.

Let’s get to know together some of the early and self-fertile apricot varieties that can be well adapted to the different needs of growers.

Borsalino

Apricot variety with a very early ripening period. The plant has medium vigor with a semi-open habit. Round fruit, medium size (AA) and red color on an orange background.

Cebas Red

Very productive plant , of high vigour, semi-closed habit. Self-fertile, it bears fruit on darts and mixed branches, producing high quantities of fruit constantly over the years. The taste quality is good. 11.3°Brix. Weight 64 g. It is a cultivar that adapts very well to various growing environments. Particularly suitable for areas with low cold requirements.

Primassi

The presentation of the fruit is exceptional: intense orange background color with a bright red overcolor on 50 – 70% of the fruit. The taste quality is very good: fragrant and aromatic flavor, with a high sugar content and high presence of aromas. The pulp is firm and juicy. The texture of the fruit is very good. The kernel is medium and semi-adherent.

At Vivai Spinelli you will find a vast catalog of early and self-fertile fruit plants for all your needs. Browse the catalog to get to know the fruit plant that can give you the perfect harvest.