Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' - 1/2 STD C50

Description
The Common almond 'Robijn' (Prunus dulcis) produces green-brown, medium-sized fruits. They are oval and have an aromatic, nutty flavour. A calcareous, loose, dry soil and a sunny location create ideal conditions for a high-yield harvest from September. Its pink-coloured flowers are a beautiful sight. The Common almond 'Robijn' grows upright to a height of around 7 metres.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, nutty flavour

Frost hardiness
The Common almond 'Robijn' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Common almond 'Robijn' is an upright-growing small tree that can reach a height of 2 - 7 metres. Slow growing.

Water
This plant has a low water requirement.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny, sheltered position.

Soil
Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' prefers nutrient-rich, sufficiently moist soil.

Planting time
Container plants can be planted all year round, except when the soil is frozen and in summer heat (over 30°C).

Care
- Fruit trees planted in spring must be watered generously throughout the summer. Well-rooted plants only require additional water in extremely dry conditions. - A slow-release fertiliser can be used in spring. This releases the nutrients slowly and continuously so that the plant is evenly supplied over a longer period of time.

Flower
Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' forms pink-coloured flowers from March.

Fruit
Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' forms green-brown, oval fruits.

Use
Cosmetics, consumption, fresh consumption

Root
Prunus dulcis 'Robijn' is a taproot.