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Is it possible to grow a free standing apricot tree in the West Mids

Uncle MortUncle Mort Posts: 77
in Fruit & veg
Hi everyone

I would like to grow a free standing apricot tree, I am situated in the Birmingham area, if so does anyone recommend a variety with which i will get the best chance of success or am I wasting my time.

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  • fidgetbonesfidgetbones Posts: 17,618
    If you have squirrels nearby, I wouldn't bother. I am in the East Midlands, the years we didn't get a frost and the fruit set, the squirrels ate them while they were still green.
  • FireFire Posts: 19,096
    People do, but they are tricky as frost tender. You need to be in a sheltered, mild enough spot, near a warm, sheltered, south-facing wall. If you have a corner in full sun, it might work with new dwarf varieties.
    More here.
    Monty's advice here. 
    And forum discussion here.
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