Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) YUBILEYNYY

Apricot (Prunus armeniaca) 'Yubileynyy' (Юбилейный)

Self-fertile Russian variety with excellent frost resistance and sweet fruits.

'Yubileynyy' is a very popular Russian apricot variety originating in the mid-20th century at the Samara Botanical Garden. It is highly valued for its excellent frost resistance (down to -35 °C) and drought tolerance, making it suitable even for harsher conditions. The fruits have an excellent sweet taste and good storage life.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Excellent frost resistance (down to -35 °C).
• Self-fertile (does not require a pollinator).
• High yield and disease resistance.
• Excellent sweet taste with slight acidity.
• Good storage life, suitable for commercial cultivation.

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Russia (Samara)
• Institution: Samara Botanical Garden (mid-20th century breeding)

Variety Characteristics

Tree

• Vigor: Strong (up to 6 m on seedling). Crown is sparse, broad-pyramidal.
• Bark: Grey-brown, tends to crack.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Medium size, 20 – 30 g.
• Color: Yellow-orange.
• Taste: Excellent, sweet with light refreshing acidity.
• Flesh: Fibrous, sweet.
• Storage: Fruits have high storability.

Resistance and Requirements

• Frost resistance: Excellent (down to -35 °C). Good regeneration after frost damage. However, flowers are more sensitive to spring frosts (tolerate approx. -6 °C).
• Disease resistance: Excellent immunity.
• Drought: Tolerates drought well.
• Requirements: Requires a sunny, wind-protected location and regular pruning.

Cultivation Recommendations

• Pollination: Self-fertile.

Harvest and Storage

• Harvest time: Mid-early (late July – early August).
• Yield: High (gradual onset).