Description

Quite the paradox in the landscape; hot scarlet to fiery red flowers cover the branches in spring, but after that recedes to the barkground with limited ornamental qualities; best used in the garden or as a low barrier, needs frequent pruning

Landscape Attributes

Japanese Flowering Quince is a multi-stemmed deciduous shrub with a ground-hugging habit of growth. Its relatively coarse texture can be used to stand it apart from other landscape plants with finer foliage.

Japanese Flowering Quince is recommended for the following landscape applications;

Planting & Growing

Japanese Flowering Quince will grow to be about 3 feet tall at maturity, with a spread of 4 feet. It tends to fill out right to the ground and therefore doesn't necessarily require facer plants in front. It grows at a medium rate, and under ideal conditions can be expected to live for 40 years or more.

This shrub should only be grown in full sunlight. It is very adaptable to both dry and moist locations, and should do just fine under typical garden conditions. It is not particular as to soil type or pH. It is highly tolerant of urban pollution and will even thrive in inner city environments. This species is not originally from North America.