Chaenomeles speciosa
Flowering quince in the Double Take™ series are hardy, deciduous shrubs reaching 4
to 5 feet high and at least as wide. Plants in the Double Take™ series produce a profusion
of early spring double flowers that resemble camellias. This is a dense, broad-rounded,
thornless, shrub. Bold double flowers (to 2” diameter) bloom before the leaves fully
unfold in an early spring bloom and come in colors of scarlet, orange, pink, and peach.
Plants do not produce fruit. Oval to oblong, glossy dark green leaves provide an attractive
look through the summer. Prune lightly after blooms in spring when needed. Double
Take™ flowering quince is very drought tolerant once established.
Exposure: Sun to part shade
Soil: tolerates wide variety of soils, but prefers well-drained
Hardiness: USDA Zones 5-9