Maryland · Orchard fruit

Apricot season in Maryland

Only scattered farm trees; apricots at Maryland markets come from the West Coast.

Where apricots really grow

The season does exist — just not here. These states carry the apricot harvest, in the order the peak arrives:

See the whole national sweep — or what Maryland does best, which is the better trade anyway.

Frequently asked questions

Are apricots grown commercially in Maryland?

Not at market scale, no — and we'd rather tell you that than invent dates. Only scattered farm trees; apricots at Maryland markets come from the West Coast.

Where do the apricots in Maryland stores come from?

Only scattered farm trees; apricots at Maryland markets come from the West Coast. The national sweep shows which states are actually picking in any given month.

What should I look for at Maryland markets instead?

Whatever the season is actually serving — the full Maryland calendar always has something honest on the board.