Variety fit — Minnesota
Can I grow Tilton apricot in Minnesota?
The verdict
Yes
- Your zone 5a and typical 1191 chill hours both suit this variety.
Based on Minnesota’s main growing area (55401): zone 5a, ~1,191 chill hours. Your exact site may differ — check your ZIP.
The numbers
| Tilton chill requirement | 600 chill hours |
|---|---|
| Tilton hardiness | USDA zones 5–9 |
| Minnesota average chill (55401) | 1,191 hours (1,020–1,451 across 10 winters) |
| Minnesota zone (55401) | USDA zone 5a |
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- Can I grow Tilton apricot in Minnesota?
- Yes — Your zone 5a and typical 1191 chill hours both suit this variety.
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Sources
- [1] Open-Meteo / Copernicus ERA5. Historical Weather API (hourly 2m temperature) — accessed July 2026
- [2] USDA / PRISM (Oregon State University). 2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — accessed July 2026
- [3] Dave Wilson Nursery. Tilton Apricot — DWN Variety Finder — accessed July 2026