fruit tree variety in zone 7b
Moorpark apricot in zone 7b
Moorpark · Prunus armeniaca
- Zone
- 7b 5°F to 10°F
- Growing season
- 220 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 7b
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Common challenges in zone 7b
- ▸ Cedar-apple rust pressure heavy in piedmont
- ▸ Japanese beetles
- ▸ Brown marmorated stink bug
- ▸ Late summer disease pressure
Modified care for zone 7b
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Moorpark in adjacent zones
Frequently asked questions
- Will Moorpark apricot grow in zone 7b?
Yes. Moorpark is recommended for USDA zones 6a through 7b, which includes zone 7b.
- Are there enough chill hours in zone 7b?
Apricot needs 600 to 900 chill hours. Zone 7b typically meets this range; check local microclimate against historical chill totals to confirm.
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