Beni-chidori Japanese apricot
Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori'
RHS AGM 2012
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Beni-chidori' Japanese apricot (Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori') is a tree for borders, cottage gardens, specimen planting, and winter interest. It is hardy to USDA zone 6, or down to -10°F (-23°C). This plant likes full or part sun and average to moist, loamy soil. It has a dense, fragrant habit and grows at a rapid rate. Flowers bloom in winter and spring and attract butterflies and bees.
Pairs well with Primrose, Paperbark maple, Snake's head, and Christmas fern.