Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) ABRIKOSOVAYA

Raspberry (Rubus idaeus) 'Abrikosovaya' (Абрикосовая)

Unique primocane yellow variety with apricot flavor and hypoallergenic fruits.

'Abrikosovaya' (translated as "Apricot") is an interesting Russian primocane raspberry variety that has gained popularity due to the attractive amber-gold to apricot color of its fruits. It is valued not only for its taste and high yield but also for its low allergen content, making it an ideal choice for children and allergy sufferers.

Main advantages of the variety:

• Attractive apricot-colored fruits with a pleasant taste.
• Hypoallergenic (suitable for children and pregnant women).
• High yield (one of the most productive yellow varieties).
• Long harvest period (August until frost).
• High frost resistance (down to -35 °C).

Origin and Registration

• Country of origin: Russia
• Institution: Russian Academy of Agricultural Sciences (authors Evdokimenko and Kazakov)
• Registration: 2004
• Meaning of name: "Apricot-like"

Variety Characteristics

Bush

• Growth: Medium height, slightly spreading.
• Thorns: Moderate, thorns located at the bottom and curved downwards.
• Leaves: Small, green, wrinkled.

Fruit

• Size and Weight: Medium size, 2.5 – 3.5 g.
• Shape and Color: Conical, amber-gold to apricot color with fine pubescence.
• Taste: Sweet-sour, delicate (rating 4.4/5).
• Firmness: Soft, may crumble when ripe ("crumbly"). Not suitable for transport.
• Usage: Universal – fresh consumption (best), jams, compotes.

Resistance and Requirements

• Climate: High frost resistance (-35 °C). Requires sun (for sweetness) and regular watering.
• Disease resistance: Good.

Harvest and Storage

• Ripening time: Primocane (autumn), from August until frost.
• Yield: High (2 – 3.5 kg per bush).