The stature of an apricot tree is a variable size. While one specimen grows quickly in height, another remains modestly low. The different development cannot be due to genes alone. There are environmental factors that influence it.
Small when planting
Even young apricot trees tolerate transplanting poorly. That's why they are planted at their destination as early as possible. This usually happens within the first year of life. Then the tree is still quite small with a trunk height of 40 to 60 cm.
Natural proportions
Even an optimally cared for and freely growing apricot tree can be described as small in comparison to many other fruit trees. On average it grows around 3 to 5 m high. He rarely goes beyond that. In width it reaches a diameter of around 2 to 3 m.
Whether and how quickly the hardy apricot tree reaches its maximum height also depends on its living conditions. In particular, the location plays a crucial role and whether it receives enough nutrients when fertilizing.
The apricot, as the apricot is also called in the southern part of the country, prefers full sun places and nutrient-rich, not too wet soil.
Tip
A protected place (€34.00 on Amazon) 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 size development. He cannot make the tree grow taller than it is intended. But keeping it shorter is always possible.
Its cultivation as espalier fruit is particularly popular. This type of cultivation promises a good harvest. However, the size of the apricot on the trellis must be limited to around 2 m through pruning measures.
Variety differences
A garden owner can choose between different varieties, all of which vary slightly in size. Here are the heights of some popular varieties:
- Compacta: max. 2 m
- Harlayne: 2-4 m
- Kyoto: 3-4 m
- Hungarian Best: 3-5 m
Dwarf apricots and columnar fruit
Dwarf varieties and columnar fruit that only grow to the height of a man are also available in stores. They are ideal for cultivation in a large container. For example, the Rosina variety with a maximum height of about 1.5 m.
