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Chaenomeles japonica

Japanese Flowering Quince

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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 establish), and will tolerate any soil that is well drained.

 

Plant Type

Shrub

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

Width 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:

Replace turf with groundcovers, trees, and shrubs.

If you have areas where no one uses the grass, patches that do not grow well, or a turf area too small to water without runoff, consider replacing the turf with water-efficient landscaping.