Apricot Plant Sefora OT1 Conventional bare-root cattail

Technical sheet of the Sefora OT1 variety

• Color of the fruit flesh: Fine and very aromatic, good taste quality
• Skin color: Orange with a red overprint on almost 50% of the fruit
• Size and Shape: Medium caliber, with a dominant AA caliber objective, rounded in shape and nicely presented
• Tree Size: Small
• Fruit maturity: In July, about 6 days before the Orangered variety
• Fruit taste: Fine, firm, juicy, slightly acidic flesh
• Earliness of the variety: Early
• Fruiting period: July, with harvesting lasting until early August
• Disease resistance and storage: Resistant to Plum Pox Virus (PPV), but may be susceptible to bacterial blight and monilia. Fruits can be stored optimally at room temperature for 4 to 5 days, and up to a week in the refrigerator. Freezing is possible for longer storage.
• Variety Yield: Considered to have good productivity.
• Is this variety self-fertile? Yes, self-fertile.
• Commercial use: Fresh consumption, making jams and fruit pastes.
• Is this a COV variety? Yes, the breeder is Cep-Innovation
• Comments: Pre-thinning at the time of flowering is recommended. The tree has good vigor. It is recommended to plant other varieties of apricot trees nearby to improve the quality and quantity of production.

Apricot tree Sefora OT1 – A high-performance and resistant variety for French producers

Introduction

Arboriverse, a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , offers apricot varieties rigorously selected to meet the requirements of producers. Among them, the Sefora OT1 apricot tree , also known as Sefora cov , is a recent variety, protected by a Plant Variety Certificate (PVC). Its precocity, productivity and resistance to sharka make it an ideal choice for arborists looking for reliable and high-quality production. Buying Sefora OT1 apricot plants from a specialist guarantees optimized yield and production adapted to market needs.

The advantages of the Sefora OT1 apricot tree for French producers

Attractive and versatile fruits

The Sefora OT1 apricot is distinguished by its orange skin with a marked red overprint on 50% of the fruit , which gives it excellent commercial appeal.

Its fine, firm and juicy flesh offers a slightly acidic flavor with a pronounced aroma, ideal for fresh consumption and processing into jams and fruit pastes .

Its medium to large size (dominantly AA) positions it in a premium segment, appreciated by consumers and processors. To preserve the quality of the fruit, it is recommended to balance the fruit load to avoid excessive fattening which can lead to pistil cracks .

Its good preservation allows storage for up to 5 days at room temperature, one week in refrigeration and up to two weeks in a cold room . It is also suitable for freezing to extend its shelf life up to 12 months .

A vigorous and productive tree

The Sefora OT1 apricot tree is small but vigorous , making it easy to grow in the orchard. Its abundant flowering in March guarantees excellent fruit set, and its harvest extends mainly from July to early August , offering production before the peak of competing varieties such as Bergeron and Orangered® .

With an estimated lifespan of 40-45 years , this variety represents a sustainable investment for producers wishing to secure their production over the long term.

Self-fertility and yield optimization

The Sefora OT1 apricot tree is self-fertile , making it easy to establish in a single-variety orchard. However, the presence of other pollinating varieties can improve production consistency. Pollinating insects play a key role in optimizing yield.

Why choose Arboriverse for your apricot plants?

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , Arboriverse provides quality plants, selected for their resistance and agronomic performance. Buying Sefora OT1 apricot plants from Arboriverse means benefiting from:

• Technical expertise and personalized advice on planting and crop management.
• A wide choice of rootstocks adapted to different soil types, including Rootpac, Prunier Saint-Julien A and Reine-Claude 1380 .
• A reliable and fast service , guaranteeing healthy and productive plants.

The Sefora OT1 apricot tree is a strategic choice for producers looking for a resistant, early and profitable variety, suitable for the fresh and processing markets.

Conclusion

The Sefora OT1 apricot tree is a modern, high-performance variety, offering an early harvest, excellent taste quality and good storage . Its resistance to plum pox (PPV) makes it a reliable alternative for producers looking to secure their production.

As a specialist wholesale supplier of apricot plants , Arboriverse offers plants that are rigorously selected to ensure optimal productivity and adaptation to French conditions . Buying Sefora OT1 apricot plants from Arboriverse means investing in a promising and high-performance variety.

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