fruit tree variety in zone 6a
Moorpark apricot in zone 6a
Moorpark · Prunus armeniaca
- Zone
- 6a -10°F to -5°F
- Growing season
- 180 days
- Chill needed
- 600 to 900 below 45°F
- Days to harvest
- 110 to 130
The verdict
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About Moorpark
Rich, complex apricot flavor with sweet aromatic flesh; the classic English heirloom variety, considered one of the best-flavored apricots. Fresh eating and drying.
Critical timing for zone 6a
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Common challenges in zone 6a
- ▸ Brown rot in stone fruit
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Spring frost damage to peach buds
Modified care for zone 6a
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Moorpark in adjacent zones
Other apricot varieties for zone 6a
Frequently asked questions
- Will Moorpark apricot grow in zone 6a?
Yes. Moorpark is recommended for USDA zones 6a through 7b, which includes zone 6a.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 6a?
Apricot needs 600 to 900 chill hours. Zone 6a typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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