The growing environment and local conditions of apricot trees

Apricot Tree Growth Environment and Conditions

The apricot tree may have originated in China. It is distributed in Japan, Korea, and Central Asia. The plant has also been found in Armenia and ancient Persia. In China, it is concentrated in the northwest, north China, and northeast China.

Apricot Tree Growing Conditions

Apricot trees prefer an environment with plenty of sunlight and are highly adaptable to external environmental conditions. They are resistant to drought, barrenness and cold. The annual average temperature in the main production areas is between minus 5 degrees and 22 degrees, the annual accumulated temperature above ≥10°C is 1000-6500°C, the annual rainfall is 50-1600 mm, the sunshine hours are 1800-3400 hours, and the frost-free period is 100-350 days.

Apricot trees can bloom and bear fruit in areas with high latitudes, dryness and low temperatures, and can also grow and develop in areas with low latitudes, humidity, rain and mild climates. They like a humid environment, but cannot tolerate waterlogging, and drainage measures need to be taken during the rainy season.

Apricot tree growth temperature

The average temperature during the flowering period of apricot trees is generally above 8°C, and the suitable growth temperature is 11-13°C. If the temperature during the flowering period is low, the flowering days will be extended.

Growth process of apricot tree

After planting the apricot tree, it needs to be cared for for 3-4 years before it will bear fruit. During the sapling period, the branches and leaves continue to grow, and after reaching a certain stage, they will bloom and bear fruit. During the management period, good watering should be done. It should not be allowed to grow in an environment with too much water. It is also necessary to continuously apply fertilizer during its growth period and perform reasonable pruning according to the actual growth of the apricot tree.

Apricot tree planting time and method

Apricot trees are suitable for planting in spring. Apricot trees are tall, and the planting density is best controlled at 3×4m or 4×4m. When planting, good-quality, strong seedlings should be selected. They should be pruned frequently during the growth period. Artificial pollination can be carried out during the flowering period in spring. Flowers and fruits should also be thinned out to prevent damage from diseases and insects in a timely manner, and promote reasonable dense planting and scientific planting.