Apricot trees are low-maintenance and thrive in full sun with 6-8 hours of direct sunlight per day. They grow best in zones 5-8 with temperatures between 65-85°F. Full sun exposure yields abundant, high-quality apricots.
Apricot trees can get sunburned due to harsh sun exposure. Although they love full sun, too much heat can damage them, causing the bark to die and the leaves to wilt and fall off.
Dwarf apricot trees can be grown indoors in pots and can yield the same size fruit as outdoor trees. Ensure they receive enough sunlight by either moving them outside or using LED grow lights positioned six inches away.
Apricots can survive drought, but mature trees need supplemental water in hot seasons for quality fruit. Water young trees weekly and give mature trees at least one inch of water every 10 days.
To promote abundant fruit growth, plant apricot trees between November and March, allowing time for root growth before winter. Alternatively, plant in late winter/early spring after hard frost, but be sure to provide water during summer.
Apricot trees can grow up to 20-30ft for full-sized and 12-18ft for dwarf varieties. Insufficient sun and nutrients result in smaller trees and fruit. Pruning for more sunlight and thinning heavy branches can promote better growth and bigger fruit.
Apricot trees can grow up to 20-30ft for full-sized and 12-18ft for dwarf varieties. Insufficient sun and nutrients result in smaller trees and fruit. Pruning for more sunlight and thinning heavy branches can promote better growth and bigger fruit.