Peggy Clarke Japanese apricot
Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke'
USDA zones6 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles moderate to moist soil
Size15 to 20 feet tall15 to 20 feet wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Dense
- Bloom season
- Spring, winter
- Bloom color
- Rose pink
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Peggy Clarke' Japanese apricot (Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke') is a tree for borders, specimen planting, accent, 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 grows fast into a dense tree with rose pink, fragrant flowers. Bees and butterflies visit the blooms.
Pairs well with Japanese holly, Snake's head, and Spurge.