Tropic Gold Apricot Tree
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Delivery and Shipping
Delivery and Shipping
Shipping
To obtain a more accurate shipment time-frame, simply enter your zip code in the “Find Your Growing Zone” box to the right. Our plants are grown all over the country and lead time on items may be different because of this. Once your order is placed, you will also receive the specific shipment time-frame information as part of your order confirmation. Once an item ships, you will receive shipment notification and tracking numbers, so you can follow along while your plant travels to your doorstep. We use FedEx, UPS, or USPS at our discretion.
Due to winter weather we have put a hold on shipping to the areas shown below in grey. You can still order now and we will ship the plant to you during an appropriate time for your zone.
Standard Shipping Rates
At Nature Hills we handle, package and ship the products you order with the utmost care to ensure healthy delivery. Shipping and handling charges are calculated based on the tables below. Please note that some items include an additional handling surcharge, these will be noted on the item's product page.
| From | To | S&H |
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| $0 | $19.99 | $24.99 |
| $20 | $49.99 | $29.99 |
| $50 | $69.99 | $34.99 |
| $70 | $99.99 | $39.99 |
| $100 | $129.99 | $44.99 |
| $130 | $149.99 | $48.99 |
| $150 | $150+ | Approx 28% |
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Buying Options for Plants
Nature Hills sells a large variety of plants with several options available. Plants are offered in both potted containers and as dormant bare root without soil. Here is a helpful resource to understand your options as you create a beautiful landscape with help from Nature Hills.
Ever wonder what a larger plant will mean for your landscape? Container Sizes are really all about the age of the plant!
Seasonally, Nature Hills offers hand selected, high quality bare root trees, shrubs and perennials. Bare root plants are sold by height from the top of the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may be taller than the height minimums.
- Popular sizes of select trees are 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, etc.
- Popular sizes of select bare root plants is 1 foot, 18 inches, etc.
Nature Hills Container Size by Volume
Keep in mind, specific varieties and different growing conditions can affect the rate at which plants grow. Variations in size may occur.
| Young Plants to 18 Months | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2"x2"x3" | Ranges from | .18 to .21 dry quarts / .198 to .23 dry liters in volume |
| 4.5" Container | Equal to | .65 dry quart / .72 dry liter in volume |
| Sprinter Pot | Equal to | .63 dry quart / .69 dry liter in volume |
| 4" Container | Ranges from | .31 to .87 / .35 to .96 dry liter in volume |
| 6" Container | Equal to | 1.4 dry quarts / 1.59 dry liters in volume |
| 1 Quart | Equal to | 1 dry quart / 1.1 dry liter in volume |
| 5.5" Container | Equal to | 1.89 of a dry quart / 2.08 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x5" | Ranges from | .8 to 1.1 dry quarts / .88 to 1.2 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x6" | Ranges from | 1.0 to 1.3 dry quarts / 1.1 to 1.41 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x9" | Ranges from | 1.1 to 2.1 dry quarts / 1.2 to 2.3 dry liters in volume |
| 4"x4"x10" | Ranges from | 1.7 to 2.3 dry quart / 1.87 to 2.53 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 18 Months - 2.5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| 2 Quart | Equal to | 2 dry quarts / 2.2 dry liters in volume |
| #1 Container | Ranges from | 2.26 to 3.73 dry quarts / 2.49 to 4.11 dry liters in volume |
| 5"x5"x12" | Equal to | 3.5 to 4.3 dry quarts / 3.85 to 4.74 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 2 - 4 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #2 Container | Ranges from | 1.19 to 1.76 dry gallons / 5.24 to 7.75 dry liters in volume |
| #3 Container | Ranges from | 2.32 to 2.76 dry gallons / 10.22 to 12.16 dry liters in volume |
| Plants 3 - 5 Years Old | ||
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| Size | Volume | |
| #5 Container | Ranges from | 2.92 to 4.62 dry gallons / 12.86 to 20.35 dry liters in volume |
| #6 Container | Ranges from | 5.25 to 6.01 dry gallons / 23.12 to 26.42 dry liters in volume |
| #7 Container | Ranges from | 5.98 to 6.08 dry gallons / 26.34 to 26.78 dry liters in volume |
Plant Highlights
Tropic Gold Apricot Tree highlights at a glance!
Plant Highlights
Plant Highlights
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Pollinator Friendly
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 7-10
The Picture Perfect Tropic Gold Apricot Tree
- Firm, Juicy Fruit
- Self-Fruitful
- 350 Chilling Hours Required
- Medium to Large Apricots
- Beautiful White Flowers in the Spring
- Full, Dark Green Foliage
- Disease Resistant
- Perfect For Warmer, Mild Winter Areas
- Produces Fruit In June To Early July
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree (Prunus armeniaca 'Tropic Gold' is the picture perfect apricot tree. They produce medium to large golden fruit that glows in the sunlight. If you want pristine apricots that are juicy and bright, you need a Tropic Gold Apricot Tree!
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree is hard to miss, as it is filled with abundant fruits that are yellow-orange with little red freckles. The Tropic Gold Apricots grow in dense clusters from weeping branches creating a majestic image.
The weeping branches and dark green foliage creates a mystic background for the bright colored fruit. The tree can grow up to 20 feet and can spread 20 feet, as well.
In the spring, white, fragrant flowers bloom, making a gorgeous tree to welcome you into summer weather.
The Tropic Gold Apricot is a tasty fruit, featuring an addicting sweet flavor. You'll be able to enjoy these fruits right when they ripen from June to July.
You won't be able to resist snacking on these apricots right off the tree, however, you can enjoy them in a wide variety of ways. The sugar level of the Tropic Gold Apricot makes them excellent for preserves and canning. They also make a mouthwatering jam or jelly for desserts!
Order the Tropic Gold Apricot today!
How to Use The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree In The Landscape
The Tropic Gold Apricot is the perfect addition to your yard, as it is a show stopper! It will easily increase curb appeal and be the talk of the year.
The pretty colors in the spring and bright fruit later are both noteworthy views from your kitchen window.
Add one to your orchard to create a diverse and bountiful harvest.
Use your gorgeous tree as shade protection during those hot summer days. Refresh yourself with one of the tasty fruits, too!
A line of Tropic Gold Apricot Trees would make for a sightly view and a vivid divider for your property!
#ProPlantTips For Care
Choose a full sun location for your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree so it can grow to its fullest potential!
They like to live with well drained soil, and if you are unfamiliar with well drained soil, read our blog post here. Once it is established in its area, it will become drought tolerant, which is appreciable for those warmer climates.
The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree is self-fertile and exceptional for an orchard with other fruit trees.
Ensure that you prune your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree. Cut any broken, damaged, or crossing branches so the tree can grow without issues arising. Pruning fruit trees is a simple task. Read our blog post here about pruning your fruit tree.
We'd suggest pouring a layer of mulch around the base of your tree to conserve moisture and protect roots.
Water your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree regularly. Watering weekly is recommended, or more if the heat is extreme. Feed your tree in late winter while dormant.
If you're looking for golden, sweet, and plentiful apricots, don't miss your opportunity! A Tropic Gold Apricot will provide you with enough apricots for years. Order yours today!
Apricot Tree Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take for Tropic Gold Apricot Trees to bear fruit?
Nature Hills Nursery sells fruit trees with mature root systems that are already three to four years old, so you’ll enjoy fruit sooner than you would with younger trees! Expect your young apricot tree (Prunus armeniaca 'Tropic Gold') to begin fruiting usually by the 2nd-4th year after you plant them.
How Fast Do Tropic Gold Apricot Trees Grow?
Once your apricot tree has been established (after the first year), it can typically add 12-18 inches of new growth in a growing season. If your plants are adding less than that in a season, it may be worth your while to check the fertility level.
Where do Tropic Gold Apricot Trees Grow Best?
Apricot trees grow best in well-drained, fertile soil in at least 6 hours of full sun per day or more. Provide good air circulation and moderate, yet consistent water. They do need very well-drained soil.
Do You Need 2 Apricot Trees to Produce Fruit?
Many apricot trees are self-fertile, however planting more than one apricot tree that blooms at about the same time, boosts yields on both trees and extends your harvest time! The Tropic Gold Apricot Tree is self-pollinating and doesn't need a pollinator to produce fruit.
Apricot trees that need a pollinator partner will have the appropriate tree(s) listed for you to choose from. Nature Hills Nursery lists pollinators for each tree on the product pages. This gives you must-have information right at your fingertips!
No room? Look into High-Density Planting techniques, or choose a semi-dwarf or dwarf fruit tree.
When Should Tropic Gold Apricot Tree be Planted?
Bareroot apricot trees can be planted in spring when they are available in your area. Container-grown apricot trees can be very successfully transplanted all throughout the growing season. Check for first and last frost dates for your area with your local County Extension Office.
- Plant bareroot apricot trees in the early spring.
- Plant container-grown trees anytime the ground is not frozen by digging a hole as deep as the soil line and twice as wide.
How Do I Find Tropic Gold Apricot Trees for Sale Near Me?
Make your life more flavorful and your landscape work for you by shopping for Apricot trees at NatureHills.com online fruit tree nursery. You’ll find a massive selection of fruit trees for sale, including many lovely apricot tree varieties!
Choose the right tree for your area by first finding your USDA growing zone by entering your zip code in the field above the Plant Highlights section on our product pages. Narrow down your options by plant hardiness zone, sun availability, and size requirements.
Place your order, knowing it’s backed by the Nature Hills Nursery product guarantee and protected by Plant Sentry™, which helps ensure regulated plant materials aren’t sent to prohibited areas.
Expect to receive your plants at the appropriate planting time for your growing zone when temperatures are safest for those plants that ship in fall, winter, or early spring.
What shipping options do you offer?
NatureHills.com works closely with our growers and nursery professionals to ensure we ship when it is most appropriate for your area. Our goal is to deliver the hardiest plants by avoiding extreme high and low temperatures. Check out our shipping schedule for more information and to learn our wills and won’ts when it comes to shipping plants. Find your Tropic Gold Apricot Tree for sale here at NatureHills.com!
