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Chaenomeles x superba Jet Trail

Japanese Quince

Showy, soft white flowers appear on this low, compact, spreading plant with glossy, green leaves. It will produce greenish-yellow fruit (quince) that can be used in jams and jellies.

  • »  White, buttercup-like flowers
  • »  Green to yellow pome, up to 5 cm in diameter
  • »  Glossy, dark green leaves are borne on thorny stems
  • »  Low growing, dense shrub
  • »  Bloom Time: Late April
  • »  Ripens: October

3gal
$42.09
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  • Category:Shrubs
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:50-60 cm
  • Spread:80-100 cm
  • Bloom Color: White
Exposure
• Full Sun
• Partial Sun/Shade
Soil Moisture
• Moist to Average
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Birds
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Deciduous
• Edible
• Drought Tolerant
• Fragrant
• Fruit
• Low Maintenance
Flowering Time
• Early Spring
• Spring
Habit
• Spreading
Foliage Color
• Green
Landscape uses
• Border/edging
• Specimen
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chaenomeles x superba 'Jet Trail'

Quince tolerate many soils and conditions, including drought. It can become unkempt looking if not pruned regularly.