Apricots prefer a good rich loam soil and full sun. They are somewhat short lived, particularly if grown in competition with tall grass. Some pruning to remove scattered dead and dying branches is required to keep the tree in good form. More than one cultivar should be planted for cross pollination if fruit is desired. Apricots do not tolerate poorly drained soils.
Borers can attack the trunk and larger branches, especially if the plants are under stress.
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