Prunus mume 'Ume'
Japanese flowering apricot, or Prunus mume, is one of our all time favorite species for bonsai. They are very fast growing, largely disease resistant compared to other fruiting species like cherries, and best of all- put on a brilliant show of pink, floral cinnamon scented flowers in winter. These are an unnamed cultivar, with medium pink flowers.
We recommend planting these into grow beds or large containers, where sizeable trunks can be achieved in just a couple years. Wire before new growth hardens, as ume have very dense wood and will snap easily. Typically, the clip and grow method is used for training. Alternatively, intentional snaps of branches can be utilized to create dramatic bends in the branching.
Japanese flowering apricot, or Prunus mume, is one of our all time favorite species for bonsai. They are very fast growing, largely disease resistant compared to other fruiting species like cherries, and best of all- put on a brilliant show of pink, floral cinnamon scented flowers in winter. These are an unnamed cultivar, with medium pink flowers.
We recommend planting these into grow beds or large containers, where sizeable trunks can be achieved in just a couple years. Wire before new growth hardens, as ume have very dense wood and will snap easily. Typically, the clip and grow method is used for training. Alternatively, intentional snaps of branches can be utilized to create dramatic bends in the branching.
Japanese flowering apricot, or Prunus mume, is one of our all time favorite species for bonsai. They are very fast growing, largely disease resistant compared to other fruiting species like cherries, and best of all- put on a brilliant show of pink, floral cinnamon scented flowers in winter. These are an unnamed cultivar, with medium pink flowers.
We recommend planting these into grow beds or large containers, where sizeable trunks can be achieved in just a couple years. Wire before new growth hardens, as ume have very dense wood and will snap easily. Typically, the clip and grow method is used for training. Alternatively, intentional snaps of branches can be utilized to create dramatic bends in the branching.