| Common Name | Apricot |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Prunus |
| Species | Armeniaca |
| Origin | Central Asia / China |
| Blooming | Spring, white to pale pink flowers before leaves emerge |
| Leaf Color | Bright green turning yellow in autumn |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Outdoor plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Deep, well-drained loamy soil with good organic matter content; avoid waterlogging.
Regular deep watering during active growth; reduce significantly in winter dormancy period to prevent root rot.
Requires full sun exposure (minimum 6-8 hours daily) for fruit production and disease prevention.
Apply balanced NPK fertilizer in early spring before bloom; avoid excessive nitrogen late summer.
Annual pruning is essential after harvest to maintain open center shape and remove diseased wood.
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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