The Complete Guide to Growing Apricots

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The Complete Guide to Growing Apricots
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Introduction
Apricots are certainly delicious and nutritious
fruits worth cultivating. Their sweet fragrance
and flavor make it a tasty summer treat. These
vitamin-packed fruits are delicious. Here we
will talk about how to grow apricot trees. Where
do apricots grow? Apricots grow best in temperate
regions with cold winters and dry, hot summers.
A full-grown apricot tree requires proper apricot
tree care for health and productivity. Start by
prepping a sunny, well-drained spot in early
springtime. Then it's just a matter of regular
watering, yearly feeding and pruning, and
keeping an eye out for pests. Before you know it
youll have a full-grown apricot tree loaded with
plump, golden apricots each summer. So what do
you say - ready to grow your nutritious apricots?
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Tips on how to grow an apricot tree
Lets discuss some of the best tips on how to
grow an apricot tree Planting an Apricot
Tree Getting ready to plant apricot trees?
Choosing those perfect spots and getting the
conditions just right will give your new trees
their best start. When's the best time for
planting? You'll want to avoid nipping your
tender young apricot trees with harsh winter
frosts or summer heat. Where exactly should you
plant? Apricots need lots of sunshine to grow
their fruits - go for areas with full sun
exposure for at least 6 hours per day. And
select well-drained spots that won't leave roots
soggy. Low areas that can collect frosts are a
no-go.
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How to grow apricot from seed?
To grow apricot from seed, stratify the pit
before planting by refrigerating it just above
freezing for 2-3 months. This cold exposure
mimics winter and helps crack the shell. Then sow
the pit 1/4 inch deep in a starter container
kept warm and moist until the seedling
emerges. Proper Spacing Standard apricot trees
end up 15-20 feet wide when mature. Dwarf types
take up less room. Make sure to leave enough
space for air and light to circulate. Dig nice
wide holes about as deep as the root ball. Mix up
soil dug out with compost to create the planting
blend. Mound some in the center, set the root
ball on top, and backfill around the edges.
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Apricot Tree Care
Caring for young apricots means watering
regularly as the roots get established. Then
they can better withstand droughts with some
regular watering during dry times. With the right
steps in planting apricot trees and tending them
well with diligent care, youll be rewarded with
luscious sweet fruits! It's not too difficult to
learn how to grow apricot trees
successfully. Soil Preparation Proper soil
preparation allows apricot trees to flourish.
Take steps when planting to amend and improve
soil conditions. Apricots prefer loamy soil with
a blend of sand, silt, and clay. Test soil pH,
which should fall between 6.5 to 7.5 for optimal
apricot growth. Add sulfur or lime over time to
reach the target acidity or alkalinity.
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Organic Matter
Use compost, manure, or other rich organic matter
in the entire planting area. This improves
fertility, texture, and the soil's ability to
hold water and air. If drainage is poor, plant on
a sloped site or mound up soil to elevate roots
above standing water. Installing drainage tiles
also helps. Continue nurturing healthy soil as
your apricot trees mature. Apply nutritious
compost each year, test and correct pH as
needed, and provide occasional deep watering
during droughts. With preparation and care of
the soil, your apricot trees will be poised to
yield a lot of fruits. Watering and
Fertilizing Apricot trees need deep weekly
watering for best growth and fruiting.
Established trees require about 2 inches of water
per week. Double this for young trees or during
hot, dry weather. Use a fertilizer that provides
equal parts nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium.
This nourishes apricots without promoting
excessive leafy growth.
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Apply main feeding in early spring as growth
resumes. This fuels tree vigor, flowering, and
fruit production. Provide a second lighter dose
of fertilizer in summer if trees seem stressed.
Too much fertilizer can damage roots, cause leaf
burn, or hinder fruiting. Follow label
directions carefully. Consistent care allows you
to successfully harvest abundant ripe
fruit. Pruning and Training Pruning brings
significant benefits to apricot trees. It
improves air circulation, maintains the desired
shape and size, and removes unhealthy tissue.
Late winter or early spring before buds open is
prime time for pruning. Use clean, sharpened
tools for neat cuts that heal quickly. Remove
any dead or diseased branches first. Then
selectively thin out the interior canopy for
better light penetration. Any major corrective
pruning is best done over successive years. With
annual light pruning and careful training of
branches, you can grow a healthy, apricot tree
that reliably yields abundant apricot fruits.
Even if starting from the seed of an apricot to
grow an apricot tree, mindful pruning and
guidance will build strong scaffold branches.
Consistent pruning is a key aspect of apricot
tree care.
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Conclusion

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