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Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot

Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke'

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Overview

Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke' is a striking Japanese Apricot variety, cherished for its profuse, fragrant, deep pink blossoms in late winter. This ornamental tree grows to a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 15-20 feet. Ideal for accent or specimen use, it adapts to a range of soil types. Note its hardiness in USDA Zones 6-9 and its alluring, almond-like scent.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, MediumZones 6–9Type Tree
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — cherished for its profuse
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — deep pink blossoms in late winterPeggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke' is a striking Japanese Apricot varietyPeggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — Ideal for accent or specimen use, it adapts to a range of soil typesPeggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — This ornamental tree grows to a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 15-20 feet

Culture

Sun
Full
Water
Extra in Summer, Medium
USDA zones
6–9

Shape & size

Classification

Type
Tree
Family
Rosaceae

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Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — cherished for its profuse
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — deep pink blossoms in late winter
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — Prunus mume 'Peggy Clarke' is a striking Japanese Apricot variety
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — Ideal for accent or specimen use, it adapts to a range of soil types
Peggy Clarke Japanese Apricot (Prunus Mume 'Peggy Clarke') — This ornamental tree grows to a mature height of 15-20 feet with a spread of 15-20 feet

Photograph: David J. Stang, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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