Chaenomeles japonica
Japanese Flowering Quince
Description
Chaenomeles japonica is a deciduous shrub that grows 1' to 6' tall and 1' to 6' wide with simple glossy green leaves. It requires half to full sun, medium to low watering (drought tolerant when established) and will tolerate any soil that is well drained.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Flower Color
Orange, Red
Flower Season
Spring
Leaf Color
Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
Green, Yellow
Fruit Season
Fall
Sun
Full, Half
Water
Medium
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Clay, Loam
Soil Condition
Average, Rich, Well-drained, Moist
Soil pH
Acid, Neutral
Adverse Factors
Thorns/Spines
Design Styles
English Cottage, Japanese
Accenting Features
Espalier, Showy Flowers
Seasonal Interest
Spring
Location Uses
Shrub Border, Foundation
Special Uses
Hedge
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Change spray sprinklers to low-flow bubbler or drip systems. Shrubs and trees are ideal candidates for this type of irrigation because the water is applied directly to the root zones.