Remove the pit from a ripe apricot and clean off all fruit flesh
Crack the hard pit carefully to extract the seed inside, if desired
Soak the seeds in water for 12 to 24 hours
Place the seeds in a damp paper towel, peat moss, or sand
Seal them in a plastic bag or container with some air exchange
Refrigerate at 34 to 40°F for 6 to 12 weeks
Check periodically to keep the medium moist, not wet
Plant the seeds in pots or directly outdoors after chilling
Place the seed about 1 to 2 inches deep in well-draining soil
Keep the soil consistently moist
Put the pots in a warm, bright location after planting
Wait for sprouting, which may take several weeks
Transplant seedlings once they are strong enough to handle