In 1542, during the time of Henry 8th, his gardener brought apricots to England from Italy, and the biggest growing breakthrough was achieved by Lord Anson at Moor Park in Hertfordshire, producing the European favorite variety called the Moorpark apricot tree. Moorpark apricot trees are a long time favorite of connoisseurs for its exceptionally rich flavor and aroma. Reliable producer in favorable climates. The Moorpark apricots ripen over a long period of time, spreading out the harvest season. The Moorpark apricot is naturally a rather small tree grows 9' to 12' ft. making a nice addition to the home garden. Please see below for further information on our Moorpark apricot trees for sale. ***Please note: this is a 1-year tree (younger and smaller than our typical 2- year trees). This 1-year tree is about 2-3 feet tall when shipped and 1/4" in caliper. 

Considerations for Moorpark Apricot 

USDA Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10

Heirloom: Yes

Uses: Canning / Preserves, Fresh Eating

Harvest Period: Late

Low Chill: Yes

Bloom Period: Early

Pollination Requirement: Self-Fertile

Origin Date: England 1760

Storage: A few weeks

Rootstock: Mariana (semi-dwarf)

Years to Bear: 1-3 years

Recommended Spacing: 10-12ft.

Mature Size: 12-16 ft.

Pruning: Summer prune to maintain 8 ft.

Size of tree

Pruning tip

Basic idea for Pruning: Most fruit trees should be pruned in frost-free periods mid to late winter. (apricots best after bud break) Remove most vertical branches and shorten side branches. Fruiting wood is best on horizontal to 45 degree limbs. Learn more...

Shipping information

Shipping Note: Our fruit trees and berries are delivered to you bareroot during their winter dormancy from January through May depending on USDA zone. Trees are shipped with your invoice and helpful planting directions. There is no minimum quantity required but shipping rate for an individual tree is expensive since UPS/Fed Ex charge a dimensional weight and an additional handling fee to ship a tree. You'll find it's cost effective to consider a handful of trees,vines or our helpful Tree Starter Kits.