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Chaenomeles x superba Crimson and Gold 9cm Pot x 1
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Elevate your garden with the captivating beauty of Chaenomeles x superba 'Crimson and Gold,' a versatile hardy shrub also known as Flowering Quince, Japanese Quince, or Japonica. This distinguished RHS Award of Garden Merit recipient features a compact, low-growing habit, making it the perfect choice for exquisite ground cover. In early spring, the bare stems burst to life with vibrant red blooms, each adorned with contrasting golden anthers, creating a breathtaking visual display. These nectar-rich flowers offer a delightful treat for pollinators and are succeeded by aromatic golden yellow fruits, perfect for transforming into delicious jellies and preserves. This charming shrub is equally at home as a wall shrub or a colorful free-standing specimen, ensuring year-round garden interest. Anticipate a mature height of up to 100cm (39.4 inches) and a generous spread of 200cm (78.7 inches).
- in Sunny or shady areas
- Moist, fertile & well drained Average garden soil
- Planting period - August to DecemberFlowering period - March - April
- Plant Japanese Quince into moist, but well-drained soil in full sun or dappled shade.
- Chaenomeles plants are very low maintenance; and will only need a light prune after flowering each year.
Features and benefits
- With its compact, low-growing habit, this exceptional shrub excels as ground cover
- This quince will grace your garden with an enchanting carpet of foliage and blossoms
- Early spring unveils a spectacular transformation as bare stems burst into life with vibrant red blooms
- The nectar-rich flowers are a magnet for pollinators
- Aromatic edible golden yellow fruits are produced after flowering
- Use the fruits for crafting delicious jellies and preserves
- This impressive variety has earned the prestigious RHS Award of Garden Merit
- Supplied as pot grown plants in 9cm nursery pots
Specifications
| Attracts pollinators | Attracts pollinators |
|---|---|
| Colour | Red |
| Edible | Edible |
| Eventual growth height | 1000mm |
| Flowering period | March - April |
| Harvesting period | Summer |
| Latin name | Chaenomeles x superba |
| Planting period | August to December |
| Variety | Red and Gold |
| Scented | Unscented |
| Product code | 5057554077915 |