Pet Safe
moderate Care
apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Zaiglo' STARK GOLDEN GLO
Stark Golden Glo Apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'Zaiglo') is a deciduous tree that produces delicious and juicy apricots. Its incredible golden foliage makes an eye-catching landscape feature and makes it attractive even when not in fruit. In spring, white star-shaped flowers emerge and in summer the apricots are harvested. The tree is heat and drought tolerant making it easy to care for. Its delicious apricots are wonderful eaten fresh, canned, frozen, or juiced - making it a great choice for home gardens.
Sunlight
Full Sun
Water Needs
medium
USDA Hardiness Zones
Zone 5Zone 6Zone 7Zone 8
Hardiness Map
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Water Every
"7-10" days
Sun Needs
full-sun
Growth
High
Care Level
High
Watering Schedule
Frequency
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💧 Water every "7-10" days
Seasonal Adjustments
Adjust watering frequency based on temperature, humidity, and season. Water more frequently in summer and less in winter.
Pro Tip: Check soil moisture before watering. Stick your finger 1-2 inches into the soil—if it's dry, it's time to water!
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Pruning Time
Flowering
How to Propagate
Grafting Propagation
Join scion to rootstock, bind securely until healed
Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Cutting
Take 4-6" cuttings in spring, root in water or moist soil
Tissue Culture
Propagate via Tissue Culture for best results
Air Layering Propagation
Bend stem to soil surface, cover lightly, roots form in 4-6 weeks
Is This Plant Right for You?
Good For:
- •Homes with pets
Consider Carefully:
- •Indoor growing
- •Infrequent watering
Bloom Seasons
spring
Care Tips
Light Requirements
Needs at least 6 hours of direct sunlight daily. Place in the sunniest spot in your garden.
Watering
Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged. Water when top inch of soil is dry.
Best Planting Time
Plant in early spring or fall for best results. Blooms in spring.