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Ampuis Apricot Plants at Producer Prices for Professional Fruit Growers

Scion, distaff, half stem, tall stem - How to choose?

Understanding the Different Forms of Fruit Trees and Their Planting

Arboriverse , a specialist in the production and supply of professional fruit trees, offers a wide range of plants adapted to your needs and your growing objectives. Discover the characteristics of scions, cattails, half-stems and high-stems, and how to choose and plant these trees on your plot.


The Different Forms of Fruit Trees

1. Scion

  • Benefits :
    • Attractive price.
    • Flexibility: possibility of shaping the tree according to your needs.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires training.
    • Late production (4 to 5 years).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 3 to 4 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 1 to 2 years.

2. Distaff

  • Benefits :
    • Perfect for small gardens or high density crops.
    • Fast production: fruiting in 1 to 2 years.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Shorter lifespan.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 7 m.
    • Tutoring: recommended for 2 to 3 years.

3. Half-stem

  • Benefits :
    • Good production.
    • Accessible size for maintenance.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Requires more space.
    • Production in 2 to 4 years.
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 5 to 10 m.
    • Tutoring: necessary for 3 to 4 years.

4. High-top

  • Benefits :
    • Longevity and high production.
    • Promotes biodiversity.
  • Disadvantages:
    • Significant space (8 to 10 m between trees).
    • Late production (5 years minimum).
  • Location:
    • Spacing: 8 to 10 m.
    • Density: 150 to 250 trees/ha.

Criteria for Choosing the Right Tree Shape

  • Available space: Choose cattails for small gardens or scions for personalized management. For larger spaces, tall stems or half-stems are ideal.
  • Desired production: rapid production favors cattails, while sustainable production favors tall stems.
  • Maintenance: Half-stems are more accessible, while high-stems require little intervention after establishment.
  • Biodiversity: tall stems are best suited to creating natural habitats.

Tips for Planting Your Fruit Trees

1. Soil preparation

  • Analysis and amendment: test the soil and enrich it with compost.
  • Drainage: Avoid compacted or wet soils.

2. Planting

  • Planting hole: adapted to the size of the roots (60x60x60 cm for scions, up to 1 m for tall stems).
  • Positioning: The graft point must be at least 7.5 cm above the ground.
  • Watering and mulching: essential for recovery.

3. Layout and orientation

  • Spacing: respect the recommended distances according to the type of plant.
  • Orientation: north-south for optimal sunshine.

4. Pollination

  • Varietal compatibility: Mix compatible varieties.
  • Pollinators: Plan for 10 to 12% pollinator trees in your orchard.

Why Choose Arboriverse?

  • Professional quality: grafted plants produced by specialist nurserymen.
  • Producer prices: excellent value for money.
  • Fast delivery: throughout France, directly to your orchard.
  • Technical support: personalized advice and free quotes within 48 hours.

Take advantage of our producer prices to buy your fruit trees!

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Ampuis Apricot Plants at Producer Prices for Professional Fruit Growers

Technical sheet of the Ampuis Apricot variety

  • Fruit flesh color: Juicy, tender, very sweet and fragrant, sometimes described as yellowish-white
  • Skin color: Orange-pink
  • Size and shape: Small size, flattened and slightly oval fruits
  • Tree size: Relatively vigorous
  • Fruit Maturity: Relatively early, the fruits begin to ripen about 3 to 4 years after planting. Ripens at the end of July, about 5 days after the Bergeron variety.
  • Fruit taste: Very sweet, fragrant and juicy, firm and melting flesh. Very good taste quality
  • Earliness of the variety: Relatively early
  • Fruiting period: Generally in summer, from June to July.
  • Disease Resistance and Storage: Hardy and disease resistant. Apricots cannot be stored for more than one week, 2 to 3 weeks in the refrigerator or in a cool place.
  • Variety yield: Average production
  • Is this variety self-fertile? Yes, self-fertile.
  • Commercial use: Fresh consumption, processing (jams, compotes, preserves, fruit in syrup)
  • Comments: Suitable for cultivation in the North and the Rhône Valley, recommended for cultivation at high altitudes. The Ampuis apricot tree is hardy and can be grown in the northern part of France. It adapts well to different types of soil, even poor ones, and tolerates drought well.


Ampuis Apricot Tree: A Rustic and Tasty Variety for Professional Arborists

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , Arboriverse offers you the Ampuis apricot tree , a hardy variety ideal for professional growers looking for a hardy, productive tree with exceptional taste. This apricot tree is distinguished by its precocity, robustness and sweet fruits, suitable for fresh consumption and processing. Buying Ampuis apricot plants from Arboriverse means investing in a reliable and efficient crop, perfectly suited to cool climates and varied terrain.


The Ampuis Apricot Tree: A Safe Value for Producers

The Ampuis apricot tree is an old variety appreciated for its resistance and the quality of its fruits. Its self-fertility and tolerance to diseases make it an ideal choice for arborists wishing to limit phytosanitary treatments while ensuring regular production. Adapted to the regions of northern France and to high altitude areas , it guarantees a stable yield, even in demanding climatic conditions.


Small Fruits, but with Exceptional Taste Quality

The Ampuis apricot is distinguished by:

  • Juicy, melting and very sweet flesh , offering an intense and balanced taste.
  • A pinkish-orange skin characteristic of traditional varieties.
  • A small caliber , compensated by an extraordinary aromatic richness.
  • Versatile use : fresh consumption, jams, compotes and preserves.

Thanks to its high sugar content , it is particularly sought after in niche markets and short supply chains, where consumers prefer authentic and tasty varieties.


Early Harvest and Regular Production

The Ampuis apricot tree is distinguished by its precocity , with the first fruiting occurring 3 to 4 years after planting . The harvest extends from June to July , with maturity arriving 5 days after the Bergeron variety .

Despite its moderate yield , this variety guarantees stable, high-quality production, perfectly suited to arboriculturists keen to combine profitability and excellent taste .


A Vigorous Tree Adapted to Harsh Climates

The Ampuis apricot tree has several agronomic advantages:

  • Small development : it reaches approximately 6 meters at maturity.
  • Spreading habit making it easy to grow outdoors without training.
  • High hardiness : withstands temperatures down to -15°C .
  • Tolerant of varied soils , provided they are well drained.
  • Low susceptibility to disease , reducing the need for treatment.

Its ability to withstand drought once well established makes it an excellent choice for growers looking for a low maintenance variety.


A Self-Fertile Tree, but Improved Pollination

The Ampuis apricot tree is self-fertile , meaning it produces fruit without requiring other varieties nearby. However, the presence of other apricot trees can improve pollination and promote optimal yield .


Why Choose the Ampuis Apricot Tree with Arboriverse?

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , Arboriverse offers Ampuis apricot plants selected for their quality and robustness. Our plants are grown from rootstocks adapted to different growing conditions:

  • Myrobalan plum : ideal for difficult terrain.
  • Apricot tree : good balance between vigor and production.
  • Rubira peach : promotes good anchoring and better resistance to disease.
  • Julio Ferdor : perfect for half-stem and trellis crops.

Thanks to our expertise, we support producers in choosing the best varieties and rootstocks , thus guaranteeing optimal success of their planting .


An Ideal Variety for Consumption and Processing

Ampuis apricots are intended for:

  • At local markets and short circuits.
  • Eaten fresh , thanks to their intense taste and melting flesh.
  • For processing : jams, compotes, preserves, fruit in syrup.

Despite a limited shelf life , this variety is highly valued for its unique taste quality and its added value in the food industry .


Buy Ampuis Apricot Tree Plants from Arboriverse

The Ampuis apricot tree is a safe bet for growers looking to invest in a hardy, resilient and tasty variety. Its adaptability to cool climates , its resistance to disease and its precocity make it a choice alternative to more common varieties.

Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , offers you high-quality plants to optimize the success of your orchard. Buying Ampuis apricot plants from us means benefiting from our expertise, personalized support, and a rigorous selection of the best varieties.

👉 Contact us now to order your Ampuis apricot plants and benefit from our expert advice!