{"title":"Val Cot Dcov Apricot Tree at producer prices for Professional Fruit Growers","description":"\u003ch2\u003e Technical sheet of the Val Cot Dcov Apricot variety\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eSkin color:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bright orange with red blush, two-tone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eSize and shape:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large caliber (40 to 45 mm), rounded to slightly oval shape\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eTree size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Strong vigor, semi-erect habit, estimated height between 4 and 6 meters\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eFruit maturity:\u003c\/strong\u003e End of July to beginning of August, at the same time as Farlis COV\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eFruit taste:\u003c\/strong\u003e Firm texture and good post-harvest shelf life for fresh consumption\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eEarliness of the variety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Late\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eFruiting period:\u003c\/strong\u003e Last week of July to first half of August\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eDisease resistance and storage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Good resistance to summer rains, good post-harvest resistance, probable resistance to Sharka; other resistances not specified\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eVariety Yield:\u003c\/strong\u003e Highly productive, rapid fruit set, stable yield (estimated at 70 kg or more per adult tree)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eIs this variety self-fertile?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, self-fertile.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e \n\u003cstrong\u003eCommercial use:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fresh market (direct sales, long circuits), good logistical behavior and promotion on the stalls\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eIs this a VOC variety?\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes, protected by a Plant Variety Certificate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong\u003eComments:\u003c\/strong\u003e Creation COT International. Licensed variety reserved for professionals. Late flowering and harvest, high productivity, good post-harvest behavior. Suitable for modern orchards. Recommended rootstocks: Montclar®, GF 677, Rootpac® R. Planting on well-drained soils is recommended to limit the risk of root asphyxiation. Balanced pruning and thinning are recommended for uniformity and size.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"245\" data-start=\"185\"\u003eQuick read \/ the essentials on apricot tree Val Cot Dcov\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"801\" data-start=\"247\"\u003eThe Val Cot Dcov apricot tree is a late-ripening French variety resulting from the breeding work of COT International. Protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (PVC), it is reserved for licensed professional use, guaranteeing producers compliant, traceable, and reliable plant material. With a maturity between late July and early August, at the same time as Farlis COV, this variety meets the growing demand for late-season apricots, a traditionally less competitive but commercially strategic period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"1131\" data-start=\"803\"\u003e Val Cot Dcov fruits are large (40 to 45 mm), have a two-tone skin combining bright orange and red blush, and a firm texture. Well-suited to fresh consumption, they show excellent post-harvest stability and good resistance to summer rains, which secures harvests during wet periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1648\" data-start=\"1133\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1148\" data-start=\"1133\"\u003eArboriverse\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"1211\" data-start=\"1150\"\u003ea specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e , offers this variety to professionals looking to structure a robust summer offering. Thanks to its vigor, semi-erect habit and rapid fruiting, Val Cot Dcov offers flexible crop management and a rapid return on investment. You can \u003cstrong data-end=\"1517\" data-start=\"1472\"\u003ebuy Val Cot Dcov apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e from our network with full technical support, including the choice of rootstock (Montclar, GF 677, Rootpac R).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1999\" data-start=\"1650\"\u003eAre you looking for a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1741\" data-start=\"1680\"\u003especialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e to diversify your plantations? Arboriverse helps you \u003cstrong data-end=\"1846\" data-start=\"1801\"\u003ebuy Val Cot Dcov apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e , an ideal solution to meet the demands of the late summer market, while benefiting from recognized expertise in high-potential varieties. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"206\" data-start=\"176\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"206\" data-start=\"176\"\u003e Origin and varietal status\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"643\" data-start=\"208\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov is an apricot variety obtained in France by \u003cstrong data-end=\"293\" data-start=\"272\"\u003eCOT International\u003c\/strong\u003e , a major player in fruit varietal selection. It is a \u003cstrong data-end=\"432\" data-start=\"367\"\u003evariety protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (PVC)\u003c\/strong\u003e , which regulates its reproduction and marketing. Any professional planting therefore requires authorization from the publisher, guaranteeing the varietal identity and traceability of the plant material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"683\" data-start=\"645\"\u003e Flowering and harvest period\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1054\" data-start=\"685\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov is classified as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"741\" data-start=\"729\"\u003elate\u003c\/strong\u003e variety, with a maturity \u003cstrong data-end=\"803\" data-start=\"768\"\u003ebetween the end of July and the beginning of August\u003c\/strong\u003e , at the same time as the Farlis COV variety. This lateness constitutes a strategic asset, allowing producers to extend their harvest period and meet market demand at the end of the season, often marked by a reduced supply.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1082\" data-start=\"1056\"\u003e Description of the fruits\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1603\" data-start=\"1084\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov fruits are described as \u003cstrong data-end=\"1202\" data-start=\"1130\"\u003eattractive, sturdy, and well-suited to fresh marketing\u003c\/strong\u003e . Although few visual details are available, several key elements stand out: the size is \u003cstrong data-end=\"1321\" data-start=\"1308\"\u003elarge\u003c\/strong\u003e , with an average of \u003cstrong data-end=\"1357\" data-start=\"1343\"\u003e40 to 45 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e , which corresponds to \u003cstrong data-end=\"1409\" data-start=\"1393\"\u003elarge-sized\u003c\/strong\u003e fruits. The first descriptions mention a \u003cstrong data-end=\"1471\" data-start=\"1453\"\u003etwo-tone fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e , which suggests an orange coloring with a red blush, as is often the case with commercial varieties.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"1947\" data-start=\"1605\"\u003eNo precise information is available on the color of the flesh, but it is reasonable to assume an \u003cstrong data-end=\"1732\" data-start=\"1716\"\u003eorange flesh\u003c\/strong\u003e , typical of table apricots. The taste qualities are not detailed, but the firmness and good holding power of the fruits suggest a texture suitable for fresh consumption and commercial handling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"1984\" data-start=\"1949\"\u003e Post-harvest handling and transport\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2396\" data-start=\"1986\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"2027\" data-start=\"1989\"\u003eGood handling resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2057\" data-start=\"2034\"\u003epost-harvest stability\u003c\/strong\u003e are reported as major assets of the variety. These qualities facilitate packaging, transport, and delivery to distant markets without depreciating the quality of the fruit. The variety is also described as \u003cstrong data-end=\"2331\" data-start=\"2297\"\u003eresistant to late rains\u003c\/strong\u003e , which limits the risk of cracking during the harvest period.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2 data-end=\"2425\" data-start=\"2398\"\u003eTree behavior\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"2893\" data-start=\"2427\"\u003e Val Cot Dcov develops a \u003cstrong data-end=\"2472\" data-start=\"2453\"\u003esemi-erect habit\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"2497\" data-start=\"2480\"\u003estrong vigor\u003c\/strong\u003e . The tree fruits on both \u003cstrong data-end=\"2558\" data-start=\"2531\"\u003eshort and long branches\u003c\/strong\u003e , allowing good fruit distribution and flexibility in pruning management. \u003cstrong data-end=\"2683\" data-start=\"2656\"\u003eFruit set is rapid\u003c\/strong\u003e , an important criterion for the return on investment in a new plantation. The general behavior of the tree seems to indicate good adaptability to modern professional orchard management.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2925\" data-start=\"2895\"\u003e Fertility and pollination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3238\" data-start=\"2927\"\u003eThe variety is \u003cstrong data-end=\"2957\" data-start=\"2942\"\u003eself-fertile\u003c\/strong\u003e , which greatly simplifies orchard organization and eliminates the need to plant specific pollinators. However, as with most apricot trees, the presence of other varieties can in some cases \u003cstrong data-end=\"3209\" data-start=\"3184\"\u003epromote fruit set\u003c\/strong\u003e and improve yields.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"3279\" data-start=\"3240\"\u003e Resistance and cultural requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"3635\" data-start=\"3281\"\u003e Although the sources do not specifically detail \u003cstrong data-end=\"3362\" data-start=\"3335\"\u003edisease resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e , there is mention of \u003cstrong data-end=\"3425\" data-start=\"3390\"\u003eprobable resistance to Sharka\u003c\/strong\u003e , a major viral disease in apricot cultivation. Furthermore, the variety appears \u003cstrong data-end=\"3562\" data-start=\"3516\"\u003eto tolerate late-season rains well\u003c\/strong\u003e , which is essential in regions prone to summer downpours.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3980\" data-start=\"3637\"\u003eNo specific data are available regarding \u003cstrong data-end=\"3718\" data-start=\"3693\"\u003elimestone tolerance\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"3753\" data-start=\"3723\"\u003edrought resistance\u003c\/strong\u003e , or \u003cstrong data-end=\"3799\" data-start=\"3761\"\u003esusceptibility to root asphyxiation\u003c\/strong\u003e . However, as with most apricot trees, it is recommended to plant on \u003cstrong data-end=\"3909\" data-start=\"3888\"\u003ewell-drained soils\u003c\/strong\u003e to avoid the risk of root rot and optimize root anchorage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4011\" data-start=\"3982\"\u003e Recommended rootstocks\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4171\" data-start=\"4013\"\u003e Although sources do not associate Val Cot Dcov with a specific rootstock, options commonly used in France for apricot trees include: \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cul data-end=\"4350\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"4224\" data-start=\"4173\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"4188\" data-start=\"4175\"\u003eMontclar®\u003c\/strong\u003e (vigorous shape, good development)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"4276\" data-start=\"4225\"\u003e\n\n \u003cstrong data-end=\"4237\" data-start=\"4227\"\u003eGF 677\u003c\/strong\u003e (strong vigor, lime tolerance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli data-end=\"4350\" data-start=\"4277\"\u003e \n\u003cstrong data-end=\"4293\" data-start=\"4279\"\u003eRootpac® R\u003c\/strong\u003e (broad compatibility, resistance to root asphyxiation)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"4568\" data-start=\"4352\"\u003e The choice of rootstock will depend on the \u003cstrong data-end=\"4413\" data-start=\"4390\"\u003ecultivation objectives\u003c\/strong\u003e , the \u003cstrong data-end=\"4433\" data-start=\"4418\"\u003etype of soil\u003c\/strong\u003e , and the local \u003cstrong data-end=\"4468\" data-start=\"4442\"\u003eclimatic conditions\u003c\/strong\u003e . Regional technical advice is recommended to adapt the plant material to the context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"4607\" data-start=\"4570\"\u003e Performance and economic potential\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"4915\" data-start=\"4609\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov is described as a \u003cstrong data-end=\"4671\" data-start=\"4644\"\u003every productive variety\u003c\/strong\u003e with \u003cstrong data-end=\"4715\" data-start=\"4684\"\u003ehigh agronomic potential\u003c\/strong\u003e . Precise figures in kg per tree are not given, but the \u003cstrong data-end=\"4811\" data-start=\"4783\"\u003eregularity of production\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"4841\" data-start=\"4818\"\u003erapid fruiting\u003c\/strong\u003e are strong arguments in favour of commercial exploitation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"5289\" data-start=\"4917\"\u003eThe variety is particularly well suited to \u003cstrong data-end=\"4985\" data-start=\"4967\"\u003efresh sales\u003c\/strong\u003e , both \u003cstrong data-end=\"5018\" data-start=\"5001\"\u003edirect sales\u003c\/strong\u003e , on \u003cstrong data-end=\"5046\" data-start=\"5028\"\u003elocal markets\u003c\/strong\u003e , and in longer distribution channels thanks to its \u003cstrong data-end=\"5136\" data-start=\"5108\"\u003egood post-harvest performance\u003c\/strong\u003e . Its maturity period makes it a \u003cstrong data-end=\"5200\" data-start=\"5173\"\u003ecomplementary solution\u003c\/strong\u003e in a diversified orchard, allowing the commercial offer to be extended into the heart of summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"5331\" data-start=\"5291\"\u003e Driving tips and insights\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5595\" data-start=\"5333\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-end=\"5355\" data-start=\"5337\"\u003eAppropriate pruning\u003c\/strong\u003e , aimed at balancing fruiting on short and long branches, is recommended to optimize the quality and size of the fruit. Manual thinning may also be necessary to maintain good fruit uniformity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"5647\" data-start=\"5600\"\u003eResistance to late-season weather\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"5672\" data-start=\"5652\"\u003efruit stability\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"5693\" data-start=\"5676\"\u003eself-fertility\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"5716\" data-start=\"5700\"\u003eproductivity\u003c\/strong\u003e make Val Cot Dcov a variety to be seriously considered in any diversification or season extension program. It meets the expectations of professionals in terms of \u003cstrong data-end=\"5914\" data-start=\"5899\"\u003eprofitability\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"5946\" data-start=\"5919\"\u003eproduction reliability\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-end=\"5983\" data-start=\"5954\"\u003evisual quality of the fruit\u003c\/strong\u003e .\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov is therefore a promising variety for professionals looking to make the most of the late July-early August period. To complete this analysis, it is recommended to contact \u003cstrong data-end=\"6211\" data-start=\"6190\"\u003eCOT International\u003c\/strong\u003e or \u003cstrong data-end=\"6247\" data-start=\"6218\"\u003especialist nurserymen\u003c\/strong\u003e to obtain precise technical data, particularly in terms of agronomic management, disease resistance and performance in local conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-end=\"5984\" data-start=\"5597\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 data-end=\"2048\" data-start=\"2006\"\u003e To summarize: apricot tree Val Cot Dcov\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"2584\" data-start=\"2050\"\u003eVal Cot Dcov is a late-ripening apricot variety, positioned as a reliable option for extending the harvest period into mid-summer. Its high productivity, rapid fruit set, generous size, and good post-harvest stability make it a particularly suitable solution for fresh sales, both in short supply chains and in long-distance distribution networks. Self-fertile, it allows for simplified orchard management and a reduction in the constraints associated with cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3094\" data-start=\"2586\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2601\" data-start=\"2586\"\u003eArboriverse\u003c\/strong\u003e , \u003cstrong data-end=\"2664\" data-start=\"2603\"\u003ea specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e , rigorously selects its varieties for their commercial and agronomic performance. With Val Cot Dcov, you can \u003cstrong data-end=\"2832\" data-start=\"2787\"\u003ebuy Val Cot Dcov apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e benefiting from field support, from the choice of rootstock to the cultivation strategy. Resistant to late-season weather, the variety is designed to adapt to modern practices, with balanced fruiting on long and short wood.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-end=\"3553\" data-start=\"3096\"\u003eAre you looking for a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3176\" data-start=\"3115\"\u003especialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e capable of providing you with certified plants, adapted to your terroir and your production objectives? Arboriverse allows you to \u003cstrong data-end=\"3353\" data-start=\"3308\"\u003ebuy Val Cot Dcov apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e with confidence, expertise and responsiveness. As a \u003cstrong data-end=\"3468\" data-start=\"3407\"\u003especialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants\u003c\/strong\u003e , we make the technical and economic success of your orchard our priority.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"frsher2025030010004770004150001532467","title":"Val Cot Dcov Apricot Tree grafted on Mirab.29-C 1L pot","description":"","brand":"FRSHER202503001","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50945444544778,"sku":null,"price":6.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/8595\/2010\/files\/Fournisseur_grossiste_Plant_abricotier.webp?v=1733775401"},{"product_id":"frsher2025030010004770004150001532535","title":"Val Cot Dcov Apricot Tree grafted on PR-R\/Mirared 1L pot","description":"","brand":"FRSHER202503001","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50945457029386,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/8595\/2010\/files\/Fournisseur_grossiste_Plant_abricotier.webp?v=1733775401"},{"product_id":"frsher2025030010004770004150003e72603","title":"Val Cot Dcov Apricot Tree grafted on Mirab.29-C bare-root 100-120 cm","description":"","brand":"FRSHER202503001","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50945469841674,"sku":null,"price":6.6,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/8595\/2010\/files\/Fournisseur_grossiste_Plant_abricotier.webp?v=1733775401"},{"product_id":"frsher20250300100047700041500042d2671","title":"Val Cot Dcov Apricot Tree grafted on PR-R\/Mirared bare-root 100-120 cm","description":"","brand":"FRSHER202503001","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50945482490122,"sku":null,"price":7.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/8595\/2010\/files\/Fournisseur_grossiste_Plant_abricotier.webp?v=1733775401"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0859\/8595\/2010\/collections\/Fournisseur_grossiste_Plant_abricotier_17c46329-0e33-4deb-bf90-0f9d9c76fcb5.webp?v=1742917610","url":"https:\/\/arbrefruitiers.com\/en\/collections\/plant-de-abricotiers-val-cot-dcov-a-prix-producteurs-pour-arboriculteurs-professionnels.oembed","provider":"Arboriverse - Econome à Légumes","version":"1.0","type":"link"}