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Flowering Quince Fruit Seeds – Pink, Red, White, and Orange Flowering Shrub (Chaenomeles Speciosa)

Flowering Quince Fruit Seeds – Pink, Red, White, and Orange Flowering Shrub (Chaenomeles Speciosa)

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The Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles speciosa) is a striking deciduous shrub prized for its early-spring blooms and colorful floral display. Bursting with shades of pink, red, white, and orange, this versatile plant adds beauty to any garden while producing aromatic yellow fruits often used for jellies and preserves.

These non-GMO flowering quince seeds grow into hardy, multi-stemmed shrubs that thrive in a variety of climates. Ideal for ornamental hedges, borders, and pollinator gardens, this timeless heirloom species offers year-round charm with its blossoms, glossy leaves, and golden fruits.

Specification Details
Scientific Name Chaenomeles speciosa
Common Names Flowering Quince, Japanese Quince, Ornamental Quince
Plant Type Deciduous Shrub
Flower Colors Pink, Red, White, Orange
Fruit Color Golden yellow
Season Early spring bloom; fall fruiting
USDA Hardiness Zones 4–9
Growth Habit Dense, bushy shrub
Mature Height 3–10 ft
Sunlight Full sun to partial shade
Soil Type Well-drained loam or sandy soil; pH 6.0–7.5
Water Needs Moderate; drought-tolerant when mature
Heirloom Yes
GMO Status Non-GMO
Organic Option Available (check variant)
Bloom Time Late winter to early spring
Pollination Self-fertile; attracts pollinators

Planting Guide

  • Seed Stratification: Cold stratify for 60–90 days in moist sand or peat at 35–40°F.
  • Sowing Depth: ¼ inch deep in moist, well-drained soil.
  • Germination Time: 4–8 weeks after stratification.
  • Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade.
  • Spacing: 3–5 feet apart for hedges or individual shrubs.
  • Watering: Water regularly until established, then moderately.
  • Maintenance: Prune after flowering to shape and encourage new blooms.

Growing Tips

  • Perfect for ornamental hedges, early-season pollinator gardens, and floral displays.
  • Flowers appear before most plants leaf out—an early sign of spring.
  • Fruits can be harvested for jellies, preserves, and aromatic potpourri.
  • Tolerates light drought and urban conditions once mature.
  • Use as a decorative hedge, screen, or foundation plant.
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