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Hungarian best

Short description of the species

Botanical name
Hungarian best
Latin name
Prunus armeniaca
Variety
Hungarian best
Scientific name
Prunus armeniaca
Ripening
mid-early
Flowering
Late and short flowering, self-fertile.
Fruits/bearing
Large fruits, relatively early bearing, soft skin, uneven ripening within the fruit and across the tree.
Growth
More vigorous growth, pyramidal shape, larger trees.
Health condition
Sensitive to late spring frost.
Harvest
Harvest in mid-July, not suitable for transport.
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Interesting

Is one of the oldest and most widely grown apricots in Central Europe. Interestingly, this very variety became the basis for the famous Hungarian apricot brandy. In Hungary, it is traditionally used to produce barackpálinka, as its fruits have a very intense aroma and high sugar content.
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Usage

Fresh consumption, canning, jam production, distillation.
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