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Harvesting and Storing Apricots

Apricots are best harvested when they are fully ripe on the tree. Some varieties will ripen fruit over a 3-week period so harvest as the fruit is ready. Pick fruit when it is yellow and starting to soften, yet is still firm. Fruit will keep for about 1 to 3 weeks if stored in a cool location.

Cluster of ripe apricots Credit: Jack Kelly Clark, UC IPM
Cluster of ripe apricots. Credit: Jack Kelly Clark, UC IPM
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