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Apricot Trees

Grow Sweet, Sun Ripened Apricots at Home

Apricot trees bring a rare combination of beauty and reward to your garden. In spring, they burst into delicate white or pale pink blossom that brightens borders and patios just as the season is kicking into action. By summer, the flowers give way to golden, velvety apricot fruits, ripening on the tree and ready to enjoy fresh, straight from the garden.

An apricot tree suits gardeners who want more than just ornamental fruit. It offers seasonal interest, homegrown flavour and the satisfaction of harvesting fruit that rarely tastes as good from the shops. Thanks to careful selection and modern breeding, many apricot fruit trees now perform reliably in UK conditions, especially when given a warm, sheltered spot. Compact forms make it possible to grow apricot plants even in smaller gardens, courtyards and large patio containers, while established trees settle quickly and reward patience year after year.

Grow Sweet, Sun Ripened Apricots at Home

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Apricot Trees
Frequently Asked Questions

Apricot trees are best pruned in spring or summer in the UK, usually between late June and August. Pruning during dry, warm weather reduces the risk of silver leaf disease, which can affect stone fruit if cut in winter. Light shaping and removal of overcrowded or damaged growth is usually all that is needed.

Pruning apricot trees focuses on keeping the canopy open and well balanced. Remove dead, diseased or crossing branches first, then thin crowded areas to allow sunlight and air to reach the fruiting wood. Cut back long, whippy shoots to a healthy outward facing bud and avoid heavy pruning, as apricots fruit on older wood.

Apricots can soften slightly after picking, but they will not fully ripen or develop their best flavour off the tree. For the sweetest taste and aroma, fruit should be left to ripen fully on the tree before harvesting.

Most apricot trees start producing fruit around three to four years after planting. Trees grafted onto dwarfing or semi dwarf rootstocks and grown in warm, sheltered positions often crop slightly sooner.

Yes, apricot trees are fully deciduous. They lose their leaves in autumn and remain bare through winter before bursting back into life with early spring blossom.

Apricot tree roots are not considered invasive. They have a fairly typical root system for a fruit tree and are unlikely to cause damage to drains, foundations or paving when planted sensibly.

Most apricot trees are self pollinating, so will produce fruit on its own, without needing to be planted near another fruit tree for pollination purposes. However, good weather during flowering and the presence of pollinating insects can still improve yields.

Apricot trees grow very well in large pots, especially compact or patio varieties. Container growing makes it easier to move the tree into a sunny, sheltered spot and to protect spring blossom from late frosts.

Apricot trees can be grown successfully in the UK, particularly in warmer or sheltered locations. Growing against a south facing wall, in a greenhouse, or in a pot that can be moved improves flowering, fruit set and ripening.

Lack of ripening is usually down to insufficient warmth or sunshine. Cool summers, heavy crops, or trees growing in shade can all slow ripening. Improving shelter, thinning fruit and ensuring good feeding can make a big difference.

Yes, apricots are perfectly safe to eat straight from the tree once fully ripe. In fact, tree ripened apricots are at their very best eaten fresh, with softer flesh and much richer flavour than shop bought fruit.

Peter McDermott - Head Gardener

"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

More About Apricot Trees

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.

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