Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori' Tree

Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori' is a popular early flowering small tree with deep pink single flowers from late February to March. Flowering earlier than most Japanese flowering cherry trees, its blossom appears on bare branches in late winter and releases a subtle, sweet almond fragrance. The mid-green, glossy leaves later develops attractive apricot-orange tones in autumn, extending its seasonal appeal.

This compact Flowering Japanese Apricot has a softly rounded crown creating a lollipop shape, making it equally suited to both formal and relaxed garden styles. After 20 years it typically reaches around 2.5 metres in height and spread. It tolerates most soils, provided they are not overly damp or chalky, and also performs well in containers. As such, Prunus mume ‘Beni-chidori’ is an excellent choice for bringing rich pink colour to patios or courtyards during the late winter months of February and March, when interest in the garden is especially valuable.