A new form of flowering quince, which stands out from the crowd with its large bright orange flowers. This easy to grow deciduous shrub will make an undemanding addition to a mixed border, but can also be used to create an informal hedge. The slender, thorn-free stems can also be tied onto a framework and trained flat(ish) against a wall.
How to care for Chaenomeles speciosa Orange Storm (PBR):
After flowering prune side shoots to five or six leaves and remove crossing or ill-placed stems. Once established remove excess growth in late spring or summer and cut back all side shoots to two or three leaves.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
1.8m
Eventual spread:
1.2m
Rate of growth:
Fast-growing
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
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This shrub is deciduous so it will lose all its leaves in autumn, then fresh new foliage appears again each spring.