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Can You Grow Apricot in Oklahoma?

US · USDA Zone 7a · zones 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b

Grows well here

Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.

Plant zones

4a–9a

Oklahoma last frost

early March

Oklahoma first frost

late November

Days to harvest

2–5 years

About Apricot

Apricots are among the earliest stone fruits to bloom and ripen — fragrant, golden, and self-fertile, but the early blooms make them vulnerable to late frosts.

Plant in well-drained soil in full sun, ideally against a warm wall. Thin fruit heavily for size. Harvest when soft and fragrant; apricots ripen fast.

Full apricot growing guide →

Gardening in Oklahoma

Oklahoma ranges from Zone 6a in the Panhandle to Zone 7b in the southeast. Hot summers and mild winters. Long growing season for warm-season crops.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Apricot in Oklahoma?

Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.

What zone is Oklahoma?

Oklahoma spans USDA Zone 7a (6a, 6b, 7a, 7b).

When do you plant Apricots in Oklahoma?

See the planting guide for Apricot — timing depends on your exact frost date.