Robada apricot
Prunus armeniaca 'Robada'
USDA zones5 to 7
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Broad
- Bloom season
- Spring
- Bloom color
- White
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, clay
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Robada' apricot (Prunus armeniaca 'Robada') is a tree for food gardens and pollinator gardens. It is hardy to USDA zone 5, or down to -20°F (-29°C). This plant likes full sun and average to moist, sandy, loamy, or clay soil. White flowers open from early to late spring and draw butterflies and bees. The tree is self-fertile, so one tree can set fruit alone. Pick the fruit in mid season for fresh eating and culinary uses.
Pairs well with Serviceberry, Blueberry, Feather reed grass, and Greig's tulip.