Chaenomeles Japonica Seeds – Japanese Quince

Chaenomeles Japonica, commonly known as Japanese Quince, is a deciduous shrub admired for its vibrant spring blooms and ornamental appeal. It produces stunning red to orange-pink flowers that appear before the leaves, brightening up gardens after winter. This hardy shrub is ideal for hedges, borders, and decorative landscaping. Its dense growth habit and early flowering nature make it a favorite for gardeners looking to add structure and color to their outdoor spaces. The plant thrives in temperate climates and adapts well to various soil types, requiring minimal maintenance once established.

Features:

• Produces bright red to orange-pink blossoms in early spring.

• Dense, compact shrub suitable for hedges, borders, and landscaping.

• Hardy and tolerant to different soil conditions.

• Attracts pollinators such as bees during early spring.

• Can be grown in containers or directly in the garden.

• Low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established.

Specifications:

• Scientific Name: Chaenomeles japonica

• Common Name (US): Japanese Quince

• Plant Type: Deciduous shrub

• Bloom Color: Red to orange-pink

• Bloom Time: Early spring

• Plant Height: 3–5 feet (90–150 cm)

• Spread: 4–6 feet (120–180 cm)

• Sunlight Requirement: Full sun to partial shade

• Soil Type: Well-drained, loamy or sandy soil

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil slightly moist during establishment

• Germination Time: 30–60 days

• Days to Bloom: Blooms in the following spring after germination

• Sowing Method: Start seeds indoors in late winter or sow outdoors in spring after frost

• Spacing: 3–4 feet apart

• Growing Season: Spring to Fall

• USDA Hardiness Zones: 4–9

• Best Planting Months (by Zone):

  • Zones 4–6: April to May

  • Zones 7–9: February to March

• Uses: Ornamental hedges, garden borders, foundation planting, landscape decoration