Apricots are delicate, aromatic fruits that need to be picked from the tree at just the right time. The harvesting window opens in July, and understanding the indicators to look for ensures you pick glorious ripe apricots.
It all comes down to the look, feel, and smell of the fruit. It pays to closely monitor the tree over several weeks to get fruit at its prime, and when they tick all the right boxes, gently twist them from the tree and carefully place them in a basket or tray to avoid damaging the fragile fruit.
