Montrose Semi-Dwarf Apricot Fruit Tree

Montrose is a late-blooming apricot selected from a seedling found near Montrose, Colorado, where severe winter cold is common. Its late flowers help reduce—but cannot eliminate—late-frost risk, and the large, sweet yellow fruit develops a red blush and a freestone pit. [Dave Wilson Nursery](https://www.wheretobuy.davewilson.com/product-information/product/montrose-apricot) describes the selection as very hardy and late-ripening; [One Green World](https://onegreenworld.com/product/montrose-apricot/) also notes its cold hardiness and late-frost resistance. ## Fruit and rootstock The fruit ripens in mid-July in Dave Wilson’s California reference and July–August in One Green World’s offering. Both describe it as self-fertile, with cross-pollination potentially improving production. Rootstock matters for final size: Dave Wilson lists Citation as semi-dwarf, about three-quarters of standard size, while One Green World lists Nemaguard and a 12–18 ft mature height. These offerings explain why size and hardiness ranges can differ among plantings. ## Placement Plant in sun and well-drained soil. The listed USDA hardiness ranges differ between sources (5–9 and 4–8), so use the locally appropriate nursery recommendation for your climate and rootstock. ## Maintenance Water regularly while establishing and through fruit development. Prune in dry weather using local apricot guidance, and remove fallen fruit after harvest.