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Japanese Apricot

Prunus mume, Rosaceae

Zones
6–9
Layer
Canopy
Lifespan
Perennial
Growth
Moderate

Guild Roles

ProducerPollinator Attractor

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)Partial Shade (tolerated)

Water

Moderate (established)High (fruiting)

Soil pH

6 – 7

Tolerances

Drought
Frost
Heat
Pest Resistance
Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Barrel medicMedicago truncatula
Nitrogen FixationBeneficial Insect Habitat
Southern MilkvetchAstragalus hamosus
Nitrogen FixationPollinator Sharing
Asian HazelCorylus heterophylla
Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Chinese WalnutJuglans cathayensis

Chinese walnut juglone severely damages Japanese apricot trees and prevents normal development

Uses

Functions

Food ProductionEarly Bloom Pollinator SupportOrnamental

Edible Parts

FruitsFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Respiratory HealthDigestive Aid

Common Questions

What zones does Japanese Apricot grow in?

Japanese Apricot grows in USDA hardiness zones 6 through 9.

What are good companion plants for Japanese Apricot?

Good companions for Japanese Apricot include Barrel medic, Southern Milkvetch, Asian Hazel.

Design guilds with Japanese Apricot and see companion relationships visually.

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