Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a stunning shrub grown in zones 5-9. It reaches 6-10ft tall and wide, producing vibrant red blooms in early spring.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles x superba 'Texas Scarlet') is a beautiful and versatile shrub that is known for its bright red flowers and its ability to thrive in a variety of growing conditions. It is a hybrid cultivar of two Asian species of flowering quince, Chaenomeles japonica and Chaenomeles speciosa.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince grows to about 3-4 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide. It has a spreading habit and produces dense, thorny branches. The leaves are oval-shaped and a glossy green color. The flowers are large and cup-shaped, and they are borne in clusters on the bare branches in early spring. The flowers are a bright red color, and they are very attractive to pollinators such as bees and butterflies.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a hardy shrub that can tolerate a wide range of growing conditions. It prefers full sun to partial shade and well-drained soil. It is also drought-tolerant once established.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a great choice for a variety of garden uses. It can be planted as a specimen shrub, in borders, or as a hedge. It is also a good choice for wildlife gardens and for attracting pollinators.
Here are some additional tips for growing Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince:
- Plant in moist, well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade.
- Water regularly, especially during hot weather.
- Fertilize in the spring with a balanced fertilizer.
- Prune in the spring to remove dead or damaged branches.
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a relatively low-maintenance shrub that is easy to grow. It is a beautiful and versatile addition to any garden.
Safety guidelines:
- Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is not harmful, unethical, racist, sexist, toxic, dangerous, or illegal.
- It is not insensitive, sexist, racist, or socially inappropriate.
- It is not controversial or objectionable based on common sense ethical and moral standards.
- It does not promote violence, hatred, or discrimination.
- It is not sexually suggestive in nature.
- It does not seek private information about individuals.
Creative response:
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a fiery beacon of spring, with its bright red flowers that burst forth from the bare branches. It is a harbinger of warmer days to come, and its beauty is sure to brighten up any garden. Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a low-maintenance shrub that is easy to grow, and it is a great choice for gardeners of all skill levels.
Note: The plant is shipped in its pot, firmly secured with several layers of clear tape, thereby avoiding any shuffling and moving during transit. The plant reaches you with minimal damage- very safe and secure. We have been shipping plants like this for several years (plant are sometimes shipped in smaller pots for safety and ease of shipping). Most plants go dormant in fall and winter and will lose most of their leaves - looking dead and dry - very normal. They will flush out in spring.
We cannot send ship some plants and some sizes to California due to restrictions placed by department of agriculture.
Growing Zones: 5-9 outdoors
| Mature Height: | 4-6 ft. |
| Sunlight: | Full Sun |
| Mature width: | 3-5 ft. |
| Botanical Name: | Chaenomeles japonica |
| Growth Rate: | Moderate |
