Chaenomeles speciosa
Flowering Quince

• This thorny, tangled shrub grows up to 10 feet tall and wide.

• It produces scarlet, white, and pink flowers in early spring.

• Prefers full sun and well-drained soil.

• Flowering Quince is native to China.

• Horticulturist’s Notes: Flowering Quince blooms on old wood and so should be pruned in spring, directly after flowering. If left unpruned, plant will develop hard bitter fruits that can be turned into delicious preserves.