Apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'GoldCot')

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apricots
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Sun Requirements
Full Sun to Partial Shade
Wildlife Attractant
Bees, Birds
Bloom Size
1"-2"
Flower Color
White
Flowers
Showy
Fruit
Showy, Edible to birds
Leaves
Deciduous
Life cycle
Perennial
Minimum cold hardiness
Zone 5a -28.9 °C (-20 °F) to -26.1 °C (-15 °F)
Plant Habit
Tree
Propagation: Seeds
Self fertile
Detailed Information

The apricot, *Prunus armeniaca*, in general is native to **Central Asia** and **China**.

While ‘GoldCot’ is a specific cultivar, the apricot species’ origin is a good starting point to understand the likely location.

Therefore, a likely geographical location or native region is:

* **Central Asia:** Areas like Kazakhstan, Uzbekistan, Kyrgyzstan, and surrounding regions.
* **China:** Particularly the northern parts.
* **Possibly Armenia:** The species name *armeniaca* suggests a historical connection to Armenia, although it’s more likely that apricots were introduced to Armenia from Central Asia.

It’s important to remember that ‘GoldCot’ is a cultivated variety, so its exact breeding history might involve locations outside the species’ native range. However, its genetic heritage ultimately traces back to Central Asia/China.