Goldcot Apricot Tree - Cold hardy apricot! (2 years old and 3-4 feet tall.)

The Goldcot Apricot Tree (Prunus armeniaca ‘Goldcot’) is a cold-hardy, productive fruit tree prized for its sweet flavor, attractive golden-orange fruit, and dependable performance in home orchards. Developed for improved winter hardiness, Goldcot is an excellent choice for gardeners who want delicious homegrown apricots in cooler climates. The medium to large fruit features firm, juicy orange flesh with a rich, sweet-tart flavor that is excellent for fresh eating, canning, drying, jams, preserves, baking, sauces, and homemade desserts.

In early spring, Goldcot produces beautiful white to pale pink blossoms that add ornamental appeal to the landscape and attract bees and other pollinators. The fruit typically ripens in mid-summer, providing a flavorful seasonal harvest. Goldcot is self-fruitful, so a second apricot tree is not required for fruit production, although another compatible apricot nearby may help increase yields.

Hardy in USDA Zones 4–8, Goldcot grows best in full sun with fertile, well-drained soil and good air circulation. Mature trees commonly reach about 12–18 feet tall and 12–15 feet wide, depending on rootstock, pruning, and growing conditions. With its excellent cold tolerance, flavorful fruit, spring flower display, and reliable production, the Goldcot Apricot Tree is a rewarding choice for backyard orchards, edible landscapes, and home fruit gardens.

5 Key Bullet Points

• Botanical Name: Prunus armeniaca ‘Goldcot’
• Sweet Golden Apricots: Firm, juicy fruit with rich sweet-tart flavor.
• Cold Hardy Variety: Well suited for USDA Zones 4–8.
• Self-Fruitful Tree: Produces fruit without requiring a second apricot tree.
• Mature Size: Typically reaches about 12–18 ft. tall and 12–15 ft. wide, depending on rootstock and pruning.