Chinese Mormon Apricot Tree

Frost-Resistant Buds & Abundant Apricots! If you’ve been longing for a backyard orchard filled with juicy, plentiful fruit, the Chinese Mormon Apricot Tree is the tree for you! It's a popular choice for many reasons, but perhaps one of its most unique features it that its buds are frost-resistant, making it great for climates with later spring frosts! And since the Chinese Mormon Apricot Tree is self-pollinating, you won’t have to worry about adding another to your backyard (though you'll likely be tempted to!). And the apricots themselves are delicious, with a pit so sweet, you’ll want to eat that, too! What's more is that you can expect beautiful blooms of white or pink each spring to accompany the tasty fruit for added visual appeal. Plus, the tree's size makes it perfect for any yard, and it can thrive in more northern environments thanks to its frost resistance. If you’re ready to dive into your very own apricot harvest, order your Chinese Mormon Apricot Tree today! Planting & Care 1. Planting: Full to partial sun (4 to 6 hours of sun) and well-drained soil ensure your tree will thrive. To plant, dig your hole shallower than the root ball and at least twice the width. After the hole is finished, loosen the soil in the planting hole so the roots can break through easily. Then, place your tree, backfill the soil and water to settle the roots. 2. Watering: Water about once weekly. However, if you get around an inch of rainfall every 10 days or so during the growing season, additional watering should be unnecessary. If you’re not sure how much water the tree needs, check the soil about 2 or 3 inches down - if it's dry, it's time to water. 3. Fertilizer: If you’re planting during the fall season, wait until the spring to use fertilizer. With nutrient-rich soil, fertilizer is unnecessary until your tree begins bearing fruit. After fruiting starts, an application of high-nitrogen fertilizer is recommended. 4. Pruning: Prune each year during the dormant season. If you’re located in growing zones 6 or farther north, wait to prune your tree until the late winter. When you do prune, make sure you’re pruning in an 'open center' shape, which keeps the tree’s canopy open for light purposes.