DibbleGrowing apricot trees: from seed to harvest
Plant in early spring in a sheltered spot, apricots bloom early, so late frosts can nip the blossoms. Most are self-fruitful.
Planting dates for apricot trees by zone
| Zone | Start seeds indoors | Sow or transplant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 3 | not needed | May 1 | August 19 |
| Zone 4 | not needed | April 26 | August 14 |
| Zone 5 | not needed | April 16 | August 4 |
| Zone 6 | not needed | April 7 | July 26 |
| Zone 7 | not needed | March 27 | July 15 |
| Zone 8 | not needed | March 14 | July 2 |
| Zone 9 | not needed | February 15 | June 5 |
| Zone 10 | not needed | January 17 | May 7 |
| Zone 11 | not needed | December 18 | April 7 |
These dates use typical frost dates for each zone. Dibble tunes them to your exact ZIP and lets you adjust frost dates for your own yard.
Companion plants
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Questions
When should I plant apricot trees?
It depends on your zone. Apricot is a half-hardy crop, so the timing follows your last spring frost. Look up your zone in the table below for exact start, sow, and harvest dates, or open Dibble and enter your ZIP to get your own calendar.
How long does it take to grow apricot trees?
About 110 days from transplant to the first harvest, with a picking window of roughly 21 days after that.
What grows well with apricot trees?
Good companions include Garlic.
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