Montana · Orchard fruit

Apricot season in Montana

A few sheltered trees near Flathead Lake aside, no Montana crop; market apricots are Washington fruit.

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 Montana does best, which is the better trade anyway.

Frequently asked questions

Are apricots grown commercially in Montana?

Not at market scale, no — and we'd rather tell you that than invent dates. A few sheltered trees near Flathead Lake aside, no Montana crop; market apricots are Washington fruit.

Where do the apricots in Montana stores come from?

A few sheltered trees near Flathead Lake aside, no Montana crop; market apricots are Washington fruit. The national sweep shows which states are actually picking in any given month.

What should I look for at Montana markets instead?

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