Small when planted
Even young apricot trees do not tolerate transplanting well. That is why they are planted at their destination as early as possible. Usually this happens within the first year of life. Then the tree is still quite small with a trunk height of 40 to 60 cm.
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Natural proportions
Even an optimally supplied and freely growing apricot tree can be described as small compared to many other fruit trees. On average, it grows 3 to 5 m high. Rarely does he go over it a little. In width it reaches a diameter of around 2 to 3 m.
Whether and how quickly hardy Apricot tree reaching its maximum height is also related to its living conditions. In particular, the location plays a decisive role, and whether it is at Fertilize receives enough nutrients.
The apricot, as the apricot is also called in the southern part of the country, prefers places in full sun and a soil rich in nutrients that is not too wet.
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A protected place also helps the apricot tree to develop its full size potential.
Form of education
The shape of a tree is not only influenced by its genes and living conditions. Its owner can also intervene in the size development. He cannot make the tree grow taller than it is intended. But keeping it shorter is always possible.
Its upbringing as an espalier fruit is particularly popular. This type of cultivation promises a good harvest. On the trellis, however, the size of the apricot must be limited to about 2 m by cutting measures.
Variety differences
A garden owner can choose between different varieties, all of which differ slightly in size. Here are the heights of some popular strains:
- Compacta: max. 2 m
- Harlayne: 2-4 m
- Kyoto: 3-4 m
- Hungarian best: 3-5 m
Miniature apricots and column fruit
In the trade there are also dwarf varieties as well as columnar fruits that grow barely as tall as a man. They are ideal for cultivation in a large container. For example the Rosina variety with a maximum height of approx. 1.5 m.
