Chaenomeles japonica [rich red]

Also Known As

Flowering Quince

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 6'-8'
W: 6'-8'

planting zones

6a-9b

Chaenomeles japonica [rich red] plant details

Chaenomeles japonica [rich red] is a broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter orange and red flowers emerge followed by green and yellow fruit. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chaenomeles japonica [rich red]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 6 FT - 8 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and winter
Uses: winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chaenomeles japonica [rich red]

USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Shared with us by plantsman Kevin Smith, a wonderful quince adorned with brick-red flowers from as early as December in our climate through April in most climates, each flower contrasted with a rich boss of yellow stamens. Compared to another of our favorites, C. japonica 'Atsuya Hamada', this is a lighter color with more orange pigment. A medium shrub, to 6-8', and spineless, thank you very much. These are particularly floriferous and good for forcing -- to do what is up to you. For full sun to part shade with regular summer water. Frost hardy in USDA zone 6 and possibly colder.