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Japanese Flowering Quince is a small spiny tree, in the
rose family, from mountain woodland in Japan and
China. If left to grow naturally, it reaches 3 feet tall.
Chaenomeles Japonica are much beloved for bonsai because
of their tiny, lovely flowers, and in spite of their
prickly thorns. Flower colors can be white, pink, red,
orange-red and orange. They are produces as early as
January, and may continue to flower for a long time
following the appearance of leaves.
The leaves are 3-5 cm long. There is no fall foliage
color. Apple-like edible fruits appear in Autumn, though
these are normally removed to conserve energy for growth.
The bark is dark gray.
Hardiness zones 5-8 (-26°C/-15°F,-10°C/15°F) in
Winter. Low maintenance plant. Almost unkillable and
grows in almost any soil or position. Flowering Quince
tolerates a wide climatic range including drought
conditions and cold to at least -10°C. The plants are
best grown with regular water, particularly during a hot
dry Summer. Reduce watering in Winter, but never allow
the soil to become fully dry. Needs good drainage.
Prefers full sun, although partial shade in midsummer is
desirable in very hot areas.
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