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Chaenomeles speciosa Rubra

Japanese Quince

A superb cultivar with large, crimson blooms followed by yellow-green fruit. The fruit can be used for preserves and jellies.

  • »  Red, buttercup-like flowers
  • »  Green to yellow pome, up to 5 cm in diameter
  • »  Glossy, dark green leaves are borne on thorny stems
  • »  Vase-shaped, dense shrub
  • »  Bloom Time: Late April
  • »  Ripens: October

3gal
$43.88
  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:125-150 cm
  • Spread:125-150 cm
  • Bloom Color: Red
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Edible
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Fruit
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
• Spring
Habit
• Rounded
• Vase-shape
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Hedge
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chaenomeles speciosa 'Rubra'

Quince tolerate many soils and conditions, including drought. It can become unkempt looking if not pruned regularly.