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Gardening

RILib

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4. I planted an apricot in late fall

Reply to LaydeeBug (Original post)

Mon Jun 10, 2013, 06:42 PM

Jun 2013

in zone 6. Growing like a green bay tree. A year and a half later it has apricots starting.

My understanding is they grow roots over winter so they can stand the stress of summer heat better.

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When is the best time to plant trees? Spring or Fall? (Zone 7) nt [View all] LaydeeBug May 2013 OP

when they are dormant, usually. dixiegrrrrl May 2013 #1

When they are dormant is the best time, but Curmudgeoness May 2013 #2

Early spring is generally best, but ask locally. Gormy Cuss May 2013 #3

I planted an apricot in late fall RILib Jun 2013 #4