Chojuraku Orange Flowering Quince

Chojuraku Orange Flowering Quince

Chaenomeles x superba 'Chojuraku'

Chojuraku Flowering Quince is a dense, small deciduous shrub with a rounded habit.  The foliage is a glossy dark green on thorny stems with no fall color.  Large semi-double soft orange flowers with a lighter center and yellow stamen bloom heavily in late winter into spring. The fruits are showy yellow pommes in fall.   Prefers full sun and rich well-drained soil.  The fruits and berries are bitter fresh but make good preservatives.  Drought tolerant once established.

Mature Height : 4-5 Feet

Mature Width : 4-5 Feet

Exposure : Full sun to partial shade

Hardiness Zones : 5-9