Can You Grow Apricot in Utah?
US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a
Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.
Plant zones
Utah last frost
Utah first frost
Days to harvest
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.
Gardening in Utah
Utah has an arid continental climate. Salt Lake City is Zone 6b-7a; southern Utah is Zone 7-8; mountains are Zone 4-5. Low humidity and alkaline soils require irrigation and soil amendment.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Apricot in Utah?
Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.
What zone is Utah?
Utah spans USDA Zone 6a (4a, 4b, 5a, 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a).
When do you plant Apricots in Utah?
See the planting guide for Apricot — timing depends on your exact frost date.