Prunus mume 'Bongo'

Also Known As

Bongo Japanese Flowering Apricot

Plant type

tree, fruit / vegetable

size

H: 25'
W: 25'

planting zones

6b-9b

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Prunus mume 'Bongo' plant details

Prunus mume 'Bongo' is a broadleaf deciduous fruit / vegetable or tree with green foliage. In spring white flowers emerge followed by orange fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and birds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular water. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus mume 'Bongo'

Plant type: fruit / vegetable or tree
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 25 FT wide, 25 FT tall
Flowers: white blooms in spring
Uses: edible, showy

GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus mume 'Bongo'

USDA Zones: 6b - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This superb fruiting cultivar of Ume features pinkish white winter-into-spring flowers on a 15-20' tree that are followed by abundant yields of delicious and fragrant large (2 inch) fruit which are used in Asian cuisine for making all the delightful Ume treats: plum sauce, umeboshi (salt plums), umeshu (plum wine) and maesil (tea syrup). S/M-GDR