Flowering Plum Tree ‘Dragon’s Dance’ Japanese Apricot (Prunus mume) – 5+ Year Old, No Buds

Rare Flowering Plum Tree 'Dragon’s Dance' Japanese Apricot

The Contorted Dragon Japanese Apricot is a living sculpture and a rare flowering plum tree with strong ornamental value. Its branches naturally twist and curve like the body of a soaring dragon, with bark that resembles mythical scales. In late winter to early spring, it bursts into a stunning display of fragrant, double-petaled white blossoms, creating a breathtaking contrast against its dramatic form. This hardy, slow-growing, compact deciduous tree is a truly exceptional focal point, bringing lasting ornamental charm and a unique sense of artistry and wonder to any garden.

These Longyou ume trees are very beautiful plum blossom bonsai piles, reflecting the posture and shape of the dragon in the sky. The characteristics of Longyou plums are the faint dragon scales on the trunk and the curved branches. As a compact deciduous tree, it fits well in many residential spaces, mixed borders, and entry paths where a unique seasonal charm is desired.

Shipped with Protected Root Ball & Soil
To ensure your plant arrives healthy and thrives, we carefully ship it with its original root ball and soil intact. The roots are well-protected with moisture-retaining materials during transit, which minimizes transplant shock and allows for easier establishment in your garden.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does a flowering plum tree get?
This plant is a 5+ year old tree, and mature size can vary based on growing conditions, pruning, and site selection. As a compact deciduous tree, it is well suited to many residential spaces and can be maintained with pruning for structure.

Does a flowering plum tree make fruit?
Prunus mume can produce small plum fruit, though this product is primarily valued for its ornamental spring bloom and dramatic form.

What are the cons of purple leaf plum tree?
This variety is not a purple leaf plum; it is an ornamental Japanese apricot known for contorted branches and late winter white flowers.

Can you eat the fruit of a flowering plum tree?
Some Prunus mume trees produce small edible plum fruit, but this listing focuses on the tree’s ornamental flowering qualities.