Japanese Flowering Quince
Chaenomeles Speciosa
Overview
The Japanese Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) is a deciduous shrub renowned for its vibrant, early spring blossoms. Its arresting flowers, in hues of red, pink, or white, are typically about 1.5 inches in diameter. This robust plant reaches 6-10 feet in height and spreads 6-10 feet. Equipped with thorny branches, it makes an excellent choice for defensive hedges. Prefers full sun to part shade in well-drained soil.
Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–9Type ShrubClimate Temperate
Culture
- Sun
- Full, Half
- Water
- Medium
- USDA zones
- 5–9
Shape & size
Classification
- Type
- Shrub
- Family
- Rosaceae
- Climate
- Temperate
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