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Goldstrike
This apricot has excellent eating quality. The flesh is light orange, firm, meaty and moderately juicy. Goldstrike trees bloom heavily but fruit set is often moderate to light under natural pollination. The Goldstrike apricot has large and firm fruit. The pit is medium-large and free from the flesh. A reddish blush covers up to 20% of the side that is exposed to the sun. The skin is a light-orange color and slightly glossy. It will cross-pollinate with the Goldbar. Goldstrike is not suitable for canning. The fruit is round to slightly oval and is very large when well-thinned. Some acidity is associated with the skin. ... more info
Castleton This prune tree is very productive and is relatively small. The prunes are early and are a high quality blue plum, ripening a month before Empress. Castleton prunes are freestone; pit does not shatter or split. It is one of the best eating prune available. Dual purpose -- a fine early dessert plum, but also an excellent processing variety. The Castleton prune fruit is of medium size that rarely split. Gardening News and Articles |
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