Prunus armeniaca mandshurica/Manchurian Apricot

10’-12’, Zone 2.  Compact, bushlike tree. Pinkish-white, frost resistant blossoms appear in early spring before the glossy green foliage. Vigorous, thrives almost anywhere. Bears young and heavily. Self-fertile, but more fruitful in groups of two or three. Small, plump, golden yellow fruit. Sweet freestone flesh, good for fresh eating, preserves and drying.  Cultivated in Manchuria since 2000 BC.