Kōshū Koume
Prunus Mume
Japanese Apricot
Ume
Kōshū Koume
甲州小梅(こうしゅうこうめ)
'Kōshū Koume' is typically grown for fruit, but will produce enjoyable flowers, and can also be used for bonsai. The 'ko' prefix refers to this cultivars relatively small fruit. Despite its small size of fruit, Koshu Koume is known for its volume of flesh and excellent texture.
Primary uses
Umeshu
Pollination
It is known as a particularly good self-pollinator, but will benefit from the presence of another variety.