Fruit trees

Apricot 'Morden'

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Hardiness Hardiness zones 3–9

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Family Rosaceae

Prunus armeniaca ‘Morden’, known as the 'Morden' apricot, is a hardy fruit variety specifically developed for colder climates, ideal for home orchards and productive gardens in Quebec. Renowned for its generous spring blossoms, this apricot tree produces juicy, golden-orange fruits that are delicious fresh, in jams, or preserved. Its moderate growth and rounded habit offer a harmonious form that blends well into residential landscapes while providing seasonal decorative interest. Easy to grow when planted in full sun in well-drained soil, 'Morden' combines productivity, cold resistance, and taste quality, making it a prime choice for fruit lovers and small family orchards.

Prunus armeniaca 'Morden'

Soil and care

The rightconditions.

Fertilization Balanced spring salad

Bloom and dimensions

The completeprofile.

Bloom periodSpring
Flower colorWhite (spring)
Foliage colorGreen (summer) → light yellow (autumn)
Foliage typeObsolete
FruitingGolden orange apricots, juicy and flavorful
Maximum height4 m (13 ft)
Maximum width11.5 ft (3.5 m)
Growth rateModerate
Hardiness zoneHardiness zones 3–9
Minimum temperature-30°C

Its strengths, naturally.

Pet friendly
Safe for pets

Pets

Pollinators
Attracts or supports pollinating insects

Pollinators

Butterflies
Plants that attract butterflies

Butterflies