An Australian-bred apricot with medium, pale-orange, sweet fruit suited to eating fresh, jam and canning. Self-fertile, heavy-cropping and a reliable choice across southern Australian districts.
At a glance
- Plant type: Fruiting tree
- Mature size: 4.5 m H × 4 m W
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: moderate maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About Trevatt Apricot
Botanically, Prunus armeniaca 'Trevatt' is a moderate-growing fruiting tree in the Rosaceae family. It reaches around 4.5 m tall and 4 m wide at maturity, with deciduous foliage. White and pink flowers appear in spring.
Where to grow Trevatt Apricot
Trevatt Apricot suits cool-temperate, warm-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Trevatt Apricot does best in free-draining and loamy soil. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
Trevatt Apricot is regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. In its first year, water deeply once or twice a week to settle the roots in, then taper off as it establishes.
Pruning & care
Prune Trevatt Apricot after flowering to keep it compact and encourage the next flush of blooms. Overall it is moderate maintenance.
Using Trevatt Apricot in the garden
Trevatt Apricot earns its place for edible harvests and a feature or specimen planting.
Companion planting & design
For a cohesive, low-care bed, pair Trevatt Apricot with other plants that enjoy the same regular, moderate watering and cool-temperate climate. Repeat it through a border to tie the planting together and give a sense of rhythm.
Buying Trevatt Apricot
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