Japanese Quince

Chaenomeles x superba 'Pink Lady'

Japanese Quince - Chaenomeles x superba 'Pink Lady'

Common Name: Japanese Quince
Genus: Chaenomeles
Species: x superba
Cultivar: 'Pink Lady'

Category: Shrubs and Sub-shrubs

Height: 1.50 m (150 cm)
Spread: 2.00 m (200 cm)

Hardiness: Hardy
Growth Rate: Average
Flowering Period: March
Foliage Type: Deciduous
Foliage Colour: Green
Flower Colour: Pink
Sun/Shade: Full sun or Partial shade
Soil Type: Normal/Loam or Sandy/Light
Soil Moisture: Moist, but well drained
Features: Has interesting/colourful ornamental fruit

This deciduous shrub has branches with sharp spines and mid-green leaves. It produces deep pink flowers in early Spring. Flowers are followed by apple like fruits.

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