Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana'
Also Known As
- Okitsu-akabana Flowering Apricot
- Okitsu-akabana Japanese Apricot
Plant type
tree
size
- H: 25'
- W: 25'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana' plant details
Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana' is a broadleaf deciduous tree with green foliage. In winter pink flowers emerge followed by yellow fruit. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Does well in rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana'
- Plant type: tree
- Plant family: rosaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 25 FT wide, 25 FT tall
- Flowers: pink blooms in winter
- Uses: fragrant
GROWING CONDITIONS for Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Soil needs: rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
Largest flowers of any, light pink double, slightly later flowering.
Gardening facts about Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana' plant
How to Grow Prunus mume 'Okitsu-akabana'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
Wildlife
- bees
Fruit
- yellow
Flower Season
- winter
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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