Prunus mume (syn. Beni-chidori) 'BENISHIDORE' Japanese apricot
size/type
small tree,small tree
usual height
2-2,5m
usual width
1-2m
leaves
deciduous broadleaf
colour of leaves
flowers
showy
colour of flowers
blooming time
March-April
location
full to partial sun
USDA zone (lowest)
7 (down to -23°C)
winter protection
for zone 5+6
for zone 7
categorized
Description of the plant:
When in full bloom this Japanese apricot is a true eye-catcher. Benishidore is a variety with dark pink single flowers which appear early in the spring and may be followed by small, spherical, hairy, edible fruit of sour to bitter taste. It is a small tree with a wide crown reaching about 2.5m high and wide in maturity. It tolerates most soil types except boggy but prefers slightly acidic, moist places.