Flowering quince,Japanese quince, japonica. A spreading deciduous thorny shrub with rounded dark green glossy leaves. Clusters of large double, dark red flowers are borne in spring, followed by green yellow edible fruits. Max Height 2.5m. Max Spread 5m. Flowers April to May. Fruits August. Full sun/partial shade. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Chaenomeles speciosa ‘Simonii’
A spreading deciduous thorny shrub with rounded dark green glossy leaves. Clusters of large double, dark red flowers are borne in spring, followed by green yellow edible fruits.
Additional information
| Generic | Chaenomeles |
|---|---|
| Species | speciosa |
| Varietry | 'Simonii' |
| Common Name | Flowering quince, Japanese quince, japonica |
| Flower Colour | red |
| Soil | Fertile |
| Aspect | Full sun/partial shade |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Height | 2.5m |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Spread | 5m |
| Growth Speed | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Upright, Spreading |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | April, May |
| Colour Fruit | green, yellow |
| Fruits When | August |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border, Climbing wall |
| Toxicity | |
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