Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet'

Also Known As

Chaenomeles 'Texas Scarlet'
Chaenomeles speciosa 'Texas Scarlet'
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 2'-6'
W: 3'-6'

planting zones

4a-9b

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Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet' plant details

Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet' is a moderate-growing broadleaf deciduous shrub with green foliage. In spring red flowers emerge followed by green and yellow fruit. Features glossy texture. Attracts hummingbirds. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet'

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: rosaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: compact, cutting garden, easy-to-grow, spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet'

USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Prolific large, tomato-red flowers and a low, compact habit make this variety a favorite in early spring. S/M

By: Forestfarm

Deciduous shrub with scarlet-red blooms at the first sign of spring. Green leaves follow shortly after blooms appear. Growth Rate medium

By: Garden World

Beautiful watermelon colored flowers arrive first. Then the leaves appear, red when young, fading to green as they age. As the flowers age and fall off, the bitter fruit, quince, begin to develop. Although used in jellies, most seem to leave the fruit for local wildlife to enjoy. Wonderful flowers for cutting. A perfect mom present, especially with small children around to bring in handfuls. A gift that brings smiles for years to come. Light pruning is all she ever needs. Yard work done right!

By: Ellipsis Gardens

A similar plant to C. ‘Crimson & Gold’ that has brilliant crimson scarlet flowers on a bushy plant in March – April. A tough easy growing shrub for full sun.

By: Gossler Farms

An almost thornless form of Quince with Scarlet apple-blossom like flowers in early spring when you're desperate for flower power! This classic is dwarf/compact compared to the huge species and fits nicely into the shrub border. Bring a few branches inside for your first cut flowers of Spring!