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    PRUNUS mume 'Beni-chidori'
    © Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only.
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    PRUNUS mume 'Beni-chidori'

    Commonly known as Japanese apricot

    AWARD
    FRUITING CHERRIES

    Strongly fragrant single, cup-shaped pink flowers. Pink in bud fading after opening
    Bush
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    3 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC
    £35.00 each 
    Estimated availability autumn 2025 Any time SEPT-DEC - Not yet confirmed. Could be any time between September and December.
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    7.5 Litre   - Click to view photo
    Delivery Information
    Available again from summer 2025
    £60.00  
    Available again from summer 2025 - Could be any time, June through to end August. This is not a guaranteed date but an estimate and subject to availability.
     
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    • Berries
      These plants have berries.
    • Good to know
      Blooms earlier than the cherries and has a delicacy that cherries lack. Plant by a path for the early scent. Translates as 'Red Plover'
    • Pests & Diseases
      Aphids, caterpillars, bullfinches, silver leaf, honey fungus, bacterial canker.
    • Place of origin
      China, Korea
    • Deciduous
      Tapered, dark-green leaves to 10cm (4in) long
    • Red
      Ruby-red
    • Bowl-shaped
      Bowl-shaped, 2.5cm (1in) across
    • Single
      Row of petals round conspicuous stamens - no more than 8 petals
    • Border
      Suitable for a large shrub border
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Serrulate
    • Ovate
    • Height
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Spread
      2.5m (8ft)
    • Tree
      Small tree with upright, bushy habit. Flowers, on bare shoots in late winter, are followed by bitter, yellow fruits to 3cm (1¼in) across
    • Pruning group 1
      Suitable for: Deciduous and evergreen trees, and some deciduous shrubs.
      Pruning: Minimal pruning required. Prune wayward or crossing branches to maintain a healthy framework.
      When: When dormant in the late winter/early spring. Some in the summer/autumn to prevent bleeding of sap.

    • Hardy - cold winter
      Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
    • Scented flowers
      Almond-scented.
    • Spring Seasonal Interest
    • Winter Seasonal Interest
    • Fertile moist well-drained soil
      Moderately fertile, humus-rich
    • Full sun
    • Partial shade
      Light, dappled shade.
    • Bee friendly
    • Rabbit Resistant
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