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- Q.No Apricots On Tree Ever - I have a really nice big apricot tree it’s 6 years old and of the variety that needs no ...
- Q.Problem With Growing An Apricot And A Nectarine Trees - Hello. We live in Point Loma area of San Diego, close to the ocean, the area code 92106. We planted our ...
- Q.My Younger Apricot Tree Is Producing Fruit That Has No Apricot Flavor And Not Sweet - This apricot has been producing some apricots for 3 years. This year there were more than I think it ...
- Q.Apricot And Nectarine Trees - 3 years ago I purchased 3 year old fruit trees so they are about 6-7 years old and I have ...
- Q.How Do I Grow Apricot Tree From Seed - I live in a zone 10, 11.
- Q.My Apricot Tree Blooms But Does Not Give Fruit, Why? - At the bottom of stem some gum is secreted. There is also white substance.
- Q.My Apricot Tree Leaves Dry Up And Branches Wilt And Die. Leaves Are Pale Yellow On Some Branches. - Half the apricot tree is dying back a bit more each year. I have been to a nursery and was ...
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Anonymous on
June 25, 2019Q.No apricots on tree ever
I have a really nice big apricot tree it’s 6 years old and of the variety that needs no pollination tree the first two years no fruit so decided to plant another one 4 years later the second one has had fruit every year but the first one still no fruit any suggestions should we jut give upon it or ?
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Downtoearthdigs on
June 26, 2019A.Some apricots will only survive down to zone 5 and any temperatures that are abnormally cold can halt fruiting. Were the two trees the exact same cultivar? If not, I would suspect that the tree that is fruiting is a little more cold hardy than the one not fruiting.
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Anonymous on
July 6, 2019Q.Problem with growing an apricot and a nectarine trees
Hello. We live in Point Loma area of San Diego, close to the ocean, the area code 92106. We planted our nectarine tree about 5-6 years ago and never had normal fruit on it despite the fact that we always fertilize it in early spring and water during spring, summer, and fall. This year, we have about 10 small fruit, but not foliage at all. The tree looks otherwise healthy and strong. it grows next to the Fuji apple tree which now started producing nice large fruit. We have been pruning it every early spring. Our apricot tree we planted about 4 years ago, it grows well, lots of long branches and leaves, we prune it in early spring before buds are formed. It has not had fruit ever. My husband wants to get rid of both trees, but I am desperately seeking some help to save those trees. We also grow tomatoes, bell peppers and try to grow cucumbers. Tomatoes are doing pretty well, peppers are OK, but cucumbers are not successful at all. I buy seedlings, plant them in fertilized soil, water them regularly, they get plenty of sun, but get covered by fungus very quickly, leaves turn yellow and die. Please, help! Thank you and have a great day. Malvina
- Answered by
Downtoearthdigs on
July 6, 2019A.I would suggest starting with a soil test; the findings will help you determine if soil needs to be amended.
Your County Extension Office can help with this for just a few dollars.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search
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curecanti on
August 11, 2019
Grand Junction, CO 81503Q.my younger apricot tree is producing fruit that has no apricot flavor and not sweet
This apricot has been producing some apricots for 3 years. This year there were more than I think it should have produced, but they were pithy and absolutely no apricot flavor. The skin color was beautiful and the fruit meat was lovely apricot orange color. Can you offer any thoughts? Thank you, ann mchazlett
Answered by
BushDoctor on
August 13, 2019
Certified ExpertA.This can be caused by a sulfur deficiency. I would recommend a soil test to see how much needs to be added. Iron sulfate will correct the issue. I would also add dolomitic lime to keep the pH from dropping too much.
This article will give you more information on soil testing: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/garden-how-to/soil-fertilizers/testing-soil.htm
Your extension service will be able to help you with this if you need. This link will help you to find the closest one to you: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/extension-search
This article will help you to grow Apricot trees: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-growing.htm
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Anonymous on
September 8, 2019Q.Apricot and nectarine trees
3 years ago I purchased 3 year old fruit trees so they are about 6-7 years old and I have not gotten a single fruit from either of them. Coming to think of it, neither has my pomegranate tree. What am I doing wrong??
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GKH_Susan on
September 10, 2019
Certified ExpertA.I suspect water deficit and/or nutrient deficiency. Soil fertility and water management are vital for plant health, flowering and fruit development.
Water a wide area not just near the tree trunk, water the entire area of the absorbing root zone which spreads as far as the foliar canopy and more. Water deeply to wet the soil a minimum of six inches, preferably to 10 - 12 inches.
Fertilize spring and summer with a slow release complete organic fertilizer. And mulch the soil surface.
Pruning also can be a factor. Here is more information:
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-not-fruiting.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/nectarines/nectarine-tree-not-fruiting.htm
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cflack808 on
September 18, 2019
Waikoloa village, 96738Q.How do I grow apricot tree from seed
I live in a zone 10, 11.
- Answered by
BushDoctor on
September 19, 2019
Certified ExpertA.They will not produce, nor grow very well in your area. They are only suited up to USDA zone 8. It will not get cold enough to allow for flowering in your area, since they require a number of hours (Usually from 500 to 1000 hours) below 40 degrees.
Should you still want to grow the tree just for the tree, knowing that it may never flower, and will definitely not fruit, then you will want to get that seed out of its shell first.
WARNING: ALL SEEDS IN THE GENUS 'PRUNUS' CONTAIN CYANOGENIC GLYCOSIDES, SO PROCEED WITH CAUTION.
After chilling the seed in the refrigerator for a month or two, you need to, carefully, remove the seed from its stone, or it will take up to a year to germinate.Wear gloves for this process. (Some people prefer to take the seed out first, then stratify)
This can be done very carefully with a hammer. Smack the seed until the outer stone cracks. Pry this open, taking care not to contact the almond-like seed with your skin, as it is unknown how much of the toxins are in the seed from some species to species, and between cultivars.
Once you have removed this seed, you can plant into soil as you would any other seed.
This article will help you to care for apricots once this germinates: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-growing.htm
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November 12, 2019Q.My apricot tree blooms but does not give fruit, why?
At the bottom of stem some gum is secreted. There is also white substance.
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GKH_Susan on
November 13, 2019
Certified ExpertA.It's hard to answer without knowing more about the growing conditions, soil and water management. Here is an article with some information and possibilities.
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-not-fruiting.htm
The gummosis is common in apricots and can be a result of a fungus disease or environmental stress.
If the white substance is powdery and on both sides of the leaves it may be powdery mildew. That also can stop fruit set. I've included an article about that as well.https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/fegen/treating-fruit-tree-powdery-mildew.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/apricot-tree-growing.htm
https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/apricots/diseases-of-apricots.htm
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Anonymous on
November 22, 2019Q.My apricot tree leaves dry up and branches wilt and die. Leaves are pale yellow on some branches.
Half the apricot tree is dying back a bit more each year. I have been to a nursery and was told it's leaf curl, so I sprayed the tree as told, but it still has the same problems. I need help or I will cut it down. Regards mick.
- Answered by
GKH_Susan on
November 24, 2019
Certified ExpertA.This will be considered a life long illness and will eventually lead to the death of the tree. The soil will remain infected, and the only option is annual treatment with fungicides. Prevention of spreading will be the only option at this point. Most treatments may prove unsuccessful, but it is advised to continue treating until it responds.
This article will offer more information on peach curl, which is the same disease that effects its close relative, the apricot: https://www.gardeningknowhow.com/edible/fruits/peach/peach-leaf-curl.htm
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