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"Growing your own apricots might seem like a challenge, but with these fruitful trees, it�s far easier than you think. Our range features specially selected varieties, guaranteed to thrive in the UK climate, offering a bountiful harvest of sweet, sun-ripened fruit with that unmistakable rich flavour. Whether trained against a sunny wall or grown in a pot on the patio, these trees make a stunning and productive addition to any garden."
Peter McDermott, Head Gardener

Choosing the Right Apricot Tree for Your Garden

When selecting an apricot tree, think about the space, position and how you plan to grow it. Most apricot fruit trees thrive best in full sun, ideally against a south or west facing wall where blossom benefits from extra warmth and shelter. This also helps protect early flowers from late spring frosts, improving fruit set. Compact and semi dwarf varieties work well for gardeners with limited space, and many grow happily in large containers with free draining compost.
In larger gardens, an apricot fruit plant grown in open ground can become a productive feature tree with an attractive shape. Apricot trees prefer well drained soil and dislike winter waterlogging, so good drainage is essential. Once established, they are straightforward to care for and fit well into mixed borders alongside other fruit trees.

How to Plant and Care for Apricot Trees

Bare root apricot trees should be planted during the dormant season, while those supplied established and in a pot can be planted at almost any time, avoiding frozen or waterlogged soil. Dig a generous hole, spread the roots carefully and plant at the same depth as before, either by the soil mark on the bare root or how it is supplied in the nursery pot. Water well and mulch to retain moisture. During the first year, consistent watering helps roots establish, especially in dry spells.
Apricot trees require minimal pruning, mainly to maintain shape and encourage airflow. Prune lightly in summer rather than winter to reduce the risk of disease. Feeding in spring with a balanced fruit fertiliser supports healthy growth and fruit development. With the right care, apricots on the tree ripen to a rich colour and sweet flavour that improves with every season.

Buying Apricot Trees Online with Confidence

Buying apricot trees online makes it easy to access a wider selection of varieties for UK gardens, including reliable fruiting types suited to home growing. Each apricot tree supplied by YouGarden is chosen for strong roots, healthy growth and good garden performance. Whether gardeners want to buy an apricot tree for a sunny patio, a sheltered wall or an open garden position, our range offers flexibility and choice that is rarely found elsewhere. Carefully packed and delivered ready to plant, an apricot plant is an investment that brings blossom, structure and homegrown fruit for many years to come.