PRUNUS

Mume Pendula

Weeping Apricot

DESCRIPTION:

One of the first flowering trees of the season, starting in winter and lasting for several weeks. Soft pink, semi-double flowers first appear at the top of the tree and extend down the long weeping branches. Inedible fruit may also appear. Slightly fragrant.

HEIGHT x WIDTH:

3 metres x 3 metres

SHAPE:

Grafted on to a standard, long branches weep to the ground.

FOLIAGE:

Green, oval shaped leaves, turning varying shades from yellow to red in Autumn.

FLOWERS:

Soft pink, semi-double flowers.

COMMENTS:

A beautiful specimen tree, creating a brilliant display in any garden. Plant in full sun.

TREE CARE:

Plant in a well drained and well worked soil. Take care to plant the bud union above the soil level. Water in well and keep soil moist until tree is established. Fertilize when planting and again after new growth appears. Provide a firm stake for support. After flowering, prune to an outward pointing bud.