<i>Chaenomeles speciosa</i> 'Orange Delight' | Orange Delight Flowering Quince
DESCRIPTION
Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Delight' is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning orange flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. Growing to a height and spread of 3 feet, it forms a dense, rounded shape with clusters of cup-shaped, slightly ruffled flowers along bare branches. After blooming, it produces small, tart, apple-like fruits that ripen to golden yellow in the fall, often used for jellies and preserves. 'Orange Delight' is hardy and adaptable, thriving in various soil types and tolerating urban pollution, making it ideal for city gardens. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering, especially during dry periods.
DESCRIPTION
Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Delight' is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning orange flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. Growing to a height and spread of 3 feet, it forms a dense, rounded shape with clusters of cup-shaped, slightly ruffled flowers along bare branches. After blooming, it produces small, tart, apple-like fruits that ripen to golden yellow in the fall, often used for jellies and preserves. 'Orange Delight' is hardy and adaptable, thriving in various soil types and tolerating urban pollution, making it ideal for city gardens. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering, especially during dry periods.
DESCRIPTION
Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Delight' is a deciduous shrub known for its stunning orange flowers that bloom in early spring before the leaves emerge. Growing to a height and spread of 3 feet, it forms a dense, rounded shape with clusters of cup-shaped, slightly ruffled flowers along bare branches. After blooming, it produces small, tart, apple-like fruits that ripen to golden yellow in the fall, often used for jellies and preserves. 'Orange Delight' is hardy and adaptable, thriving in various soil types and tolerating urban pollution, making it ideal for city gardens. It prefers full sun to partial shade and needs regular watering, especially during dry periods.
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Family: Rosaceae
Height: 3 feet
Width: 3 feet
Foliage color: Deep green, glossy
Flower color: Orange
Bloom time: Early spring
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Regular
Maintenance: Low to moderate; pruning may be needed to maintain shape and remove dead wood
Growing zone: Hardy in USDA zones 4 to 8
Wildlife attractors: The flowers attract pollinators such as bees and butterflies. The fruits are attractive to birds and other wildlife
