plumcot
apriplum
The new fruits include the pluot, a cross between an apricot and a plum.
The Nectacotum Pluot is a combination of nectarine and pluot, which is itself a cross between plums and apricots.
Breeders take the shape and texture of plums and mix it up with the fragrance and flavour of apricots to get a sweet and juicy pluot.
The pluot is a fruit that is available throughout the summer.
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