Flowering Quince

A rounded, deciduous spiny shrub about 1.5m tall, with mid-green glossy leaves, and clusters of free-flowering large, sometimes semi-double scarlet flowers produced along the bare branches in mid spring, followed by green fruits, ripening to yellow. These can be used to make jams and jellies.

Site: Requires some shelter
Soil: Any well-drained soil, must not be too damp
Position: Full sun, some shade
Season of Interest: Spring flowers
Hardiness: Hardy
Height: 3-5ft (1-1.5 m) Spread: 3-4ft (1-1.2m)