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Can You Grow Apricot in Vermont?
US · USDA Zone 5a · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b
Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.
Plant zones
Vermont last frost
Vermont 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 Vermont
Vermont has a cool humid continental climate. Southern Vermont is Zone 5a-5b; northern Vermont is Zone 4a-4b. Short growing seasons are productive for cool crops, potatoes, and maple trees.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Apricot in Vermont?
Apricots grow well here with full sun and good drainage — the main challenge is protecting spring bloom from frost.
What zone is Vermont?
Vermont spans USDA Zone 5a (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).
When do you plant Apricots in Vermont?
See the planting guide for Apricot — timing depends on your exact frost date.