Blue Pearmain Apple Rootstock/Size:Bud 118 Semi-Dwarf: 2-4 ft.

Blue Pearmain Apple Rootstock/Size:Bud 118 Semi-Dwarf: 2-4 ft.Intro Blue Pearmain is new to us, and all information so far is second hand. We obtained our scionwood for bench grafting from Tim Makepeace in 2025, and we will update this description as our own trees mature in Montana. History Blue Pearmain is an early 19th century American heirloom from New England. Its exact origin isnt documented, but it became well known in the Northeast for its distinctive appearance and dependable cropping. It is a cross

Apparently excellent storage ability

Although UMN only released one other apricot (Moongold)

Introduced in 1978 by the NY Ag Experiment Station

These are the first to come on in Missoula

We've observed mature Lapins trees in the Bitterroot (one in Lolo

Until we accumulate Montana field performance

Why It’s a Top Choice

Tough and Hardy

ideally Contender

In a taste test conducted in Fall 2023

with an attractive ruby color

16 ft for a more rigorous pruning regiment