Apricot Royal

Apricot Royal
The main characteristics of the variety:
  • Authors: Research Institute of Agrarian Problems in the Republic of Khakassia
  • Tree height, m: 5
  • Fruit weight, g: 35-45
  • Fruit shape: oval
  • Skin : fine velvety
  • Fruit color: golden yellow with a slight blush
  • Pulp color : yellow
  • Pulp (consistency): gentle
  • Fruit taste: dessert with light sourness
  • Bone size: small
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The heat-loving apricot tree, which gives tasty fruits, has now become possible to grow even in the northern region, the main thing is to choose the right variety. The winter-hardy varieties that take root in the southern part of Siberia include the royal apricot species, bred in Khakassia.

Description of the variety

Apricot Royal is a vigorous tree with a wide, rounded crown with a strong oval thickening, bright green foliage. In a favorable environment, apricot grows up to 5 meters high. The tree is characterized by an unusual color of the bark of the thickened trunk - reddish with a brown tint. The life cycle of a tree is 25-30 years.

The fruit crop begins to bloom early - in the last week of April. During this period, the lush crown is densely covered with snow-white five-petal flowers, which attract insects with a bright aroma.

Fruit characteristics

The variety belongs to the large-fruited category. On an adult tree, fruits weighing 35-45 grams ripen. The shape of the fruit is correct - oval, with a perfectly smooth surface reminiscent of velvet due to its slight pubescence. The skin of the fruit is thin, elastic, without stiffness. Ripe apricots have a beautiful golden yellow color, diluted with bright blush in the form of dots and spots on the sunny side. The abdominal suture of the fruit is deep.

The purpose of dessert fruits is universal - fruits are eaten fresh, jams and jam, compotes are cooked from them, frozen, preserved in slices. Because apricots are thin-skinned and tender, they are difficult to transport. Fruit storage is also short.

Taste qualities

Khakass apricot selection is famous for its excellent taste. The yellow pulp of the fruit is tender, fleshy, slightly fibrous and very juicy. Complete harmony is felt in the taste - summer sweetness is complemented by a refreshing sourness. Dessert aroma that persists even after heat treatment. A small bone is easily separated from the pulp.

Ripening and fruiting

Royal is an early ripening variety. The tree begins to bear fruit in the 4th year after planting. You can evaluate the taste of apricots in the second half of June. The fruits ripen en masse at the end of June. The variety bears fruit steadily - every year.

When planting an apricot tree on your site, you need to know about the features of its fruiting. The apricot begins to bear fruit at the age of two to four years after planting in a permanent place in the garden and bears fruit steadily up to 25-30 years. The tree's yield peaks at the age of five to six years.

Yield

The tree gives good yields - the older the apricot, the higher the yield indicator. On average, a ten-year-old tree gives 40-50 kg. The maximum figure reaches 150 kg of apricots from one mature tree per season.

Self-fertility and the need for pollinators

The fruit crop is self-fertile, therefore it can bear fruit without additional cross-pollination.

Growing and care

Planting a seedling is carried out in early spring, when the soil has thawed, the weather has stabilized, and the temperature does not drop below zero. For planting, a two-year-old seedling with a developed rhizome, 100-110 cm high and intact bark is chosen. The distance between trees must be at least 4 meters. It is not recommended to plant apricots next to cherries, pears, apples and walnuts.

Agrotechnics of the tree are standard - watering, fertilizing, sanitary pruning of branches, forming a crown, whitewashing a trunk, weeding and loosening the soil, preventing diseases and pest attacks, preparing for winter.

In order for an apricot tree to take root well in a new place, it is necessary to study in advance all the subtleties of its correct planting. Depending on the climate in the region, you need to choose the optimal time for planting a seedling. Determine the location, properly prepare the landing pit.
Grafting is the main method of reproduction of the apricot tree, which allows you to preserve all the varietal qualities of the fruits, increase the yield and give the fruit crop additional properties, such as frost resistance and drought resistance. It is necessary to correctly determine the timing of vaccination and choose the right stock.
Annual pruning of apricot is necessary for the correct formation of the crown of a young seedling, rejuvenation of old trees and preservation of the yield and quality of the fruit. Regular pruning is carried out not only in spring and autumn, but also in summer.

Disease and pest resistance

The variety has good immunity, so it can withstand many fungal infections. It is extremely rare that an apricot can undergo clasterosporium disease, cytosporosis and monilial burn. Much more often the tree is attacked by pests - moth, leafworm and aphids. As an effective prophylaxis, treatments and spraying with insecticides and fungicides are used.

Like other fruit crops, apricots often suffer from various diseases and pests. It is necessary to periodically inspect the apricot tree in order to notice a disease or the appearance of a pest in time, promptly intervene and eliminate the problem.

Winter hardiness and the need for shelter

The frost resistance of the tree is high, so it does not freeze even at temperatures of -20 ... 22 degrees. Only young seedlings, which can freeze slightly, need shelter for the winter. For this, spruce branches and burlap are used.

Location and soil requirements

Apricot Royal needs warmth and sufficient lighting, so you need to plant it on a flat area that is abundantly illuminated by the sun. It is best to plant on the southern side of the site, where there is reliable protection against drafts and moisture accumulation, which can lead to rotting of the rhizome. Fertile, breathable, air-permeable soil with a neutral acidity level, for example, loam or black soil, will become comfortable for apricot. Do not forget also about the space that an adult tree will need in the future, since it is voluminous and reacts poorly to shade.

Main characteristics
Authors
Research Institute of Agrarian Problems in the Republic of Khakassia
Appointment
universal
Yield
high
Average yield
by the age of 10 40-50 kg per tree
Maximum yield
up to 150 kg per tree
Transportability
poorly tolerated
Wood
Growth type
vigorous
Tree height, m
5
Crown
strongly thickened rounded
Fruiting type
on all types of shoots
Fruit
Fruit size
large
Fruit weight, g
35-45
Fruit shape
oval
Fruit color
golden yellow with a slight blush
Skin
thin velvety
Abdominal suture
deep
Pulp color
yellow
Pulp (consistency)
tender
Fruit taste
dessert with light sourness
Bone size
shallow
Separability of the bone from the pulp
easily separates
Keeping quality
No
Growing
Self-fertility
self-fertile
Winter hardiness
high
Frost resistance, ° C
up to -20 ° С
Drought tolerance
high °
Watering
needs regular watering
Pruning
Yes
Disease and pest resistance
high
Maturation
Early maturity
for 4 year
Ripening terms
early
Flowering time
end of April
Fruiting period
in June
Frequency of fruiting
annually
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