5ft Japanese Apricot Tree | Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori' | 5L pot

Name: 5ft Japanese Apricot Tree | Prunus mume 'Beni-chidori' | 5L pot
Brand: Winters Hill
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Price: 84.99 GBP
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Showcases a profusion of elegant blossoms on bare branches in early spring.
Flowers open as a vibrant hot pink, fading to a delicate blush over time.
Fills the air with a strong, spicy fragrance with hints of cinnamon and clove.
Recognised by the RHS as a Plant for Pollinators, providing an early food source for bees.
Holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its outstanding performance.
Occasionally produces small, bitter fruits that resemble rosy apples.
Delivered in an EcoPot™, which uses 70% less plastic and is fully recyclable.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatch to encourage strong, bushy growth.

Species: Japanese Apricot 'Beni-chidori'
Features: Perfect for pollinators, RHS Award of Garden Merit, Fragrant
Flowering Season: Early spring
Flowering Time: February, March
Flower Colour: Deep pink flowers that grow paler as they get older.
Position: Full sun
Habit: A well-shaped, small bushy tree with a slightly rounded head.
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1.25-2.5m.
Hardiness: H5 - Frost hardy, surviving UK winters down to -15°C.
Soil Type: Prefers any moist, well-draining soil. Work in organic compost when planting to enrich the soil.
Pest & Disease: Good resistance. May suffer from aphids, caterpillars, silver leaf, honey fungus, blossom wilt and bacterial canker. Prevent diseases by spacing well, watering at the base, and pruning at the correct time.

Planting Time: Can be planted year-round.
Spacing: Plant 4.5-6m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: Water frequently, particularly whilst establishing and during hot, dry spells.
Feeding: Feed with a general, slow-release fertiliser in early spring.
Pruning: Requires little pruning. Remove any dieback as and when you notice it.

Product Specifications

Supplied As: 110-160cm tree in a 5L pot.
Age: Typically 18-36 months old.
Eventual Height: Can reach an eventual height of 2.5m.

Highlights

Showcases a profusion of elegant blossoms on bare branches in early spring.
Flowers open as a vibrant hot pink, fading to a delicate blush over time.
Fills the air with a strong, spicy fragrance with hints of cinnamon and clove.
Recognised by the RHS as a Plant for Pollinators, providing an early food source for bees.
Holds the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit for its outstanding performance.
Occasionally produces small, bitter fruits that resemble rosy apples.
Delivered in an EcoPot™, which uses 70% less plastic and is fully recyclable.
Our trees are professionally pruned before dispatch to encourage strong, bushy growth.

Variety Specifications

Species: Japanese Apricot 'Beni-chidori'
Features: Perfect for pollinators, RHS Award of Garden Merit, Fragrant
Flowering Season: Early spring
Flowering Time: February, March
Flower Colour: Deep pink flowers that grow paler as they get older.
Position: Full sun
Habit: A well-shaped, small bushy tree with a slightly rounded head.
Eventual Spread: Spreads approximately 1.25-2.5m.
Hardiness: H5 - Frost hardy, surviving UK winters down to -15°C.
Soil Type: Prefers any moist, well-draining soil. Work in organic compost when planting to enrich the soil.
Pest & Disease: Good resistance. May suffer from aphids, caterpillars, silver leaf, honey fungus, blossom wilt and bacterial canker. Prevent diseases by spacing well, watering at the base, and pruning at the correct time.

Planting & Care

Planting Time: Can be planted year-round.
Spacing: Plant 4.5-6m apart to allow for spreading.
Watering: Water frequently, particularly whilst establishing and during hot, dry spells.
Feeding: Feed with a general, slow-release fertiliser in early spring.
Pruning: Requires little pruning. Remove any dieback as and when you notice it.

Product Specifications