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Chaenomeles japonica

Also Known As

  • Japanese Flowering Quince

Plant type

shrub

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Chaenomeles japonica plant details

Chaenomeles japonica 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

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: orange and red blooms in spring and winter
Uses: border plant, floriferous

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chaenomeles japonica

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A smaller species for the garden, grown for its spring flowers, but its small fruit can be used to make jams and jellies.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

Gardening facts about Chaenomeles japonica plant

How to Grow Chaenomeles japonica

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • regular

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • winter
  • Fruit

    • yellow
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • red
    • orange
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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