BlueBell Arboretum & Nursery

Mail order trees, shrubs, conifers and woody climbers

Description

An ornamental plant native to eastern Asia, Chaenomeles speciosa 'Apple Blossom' has lush, dark green leaves and in late winter or early spring, masses of lovely white flowers with a pink flush.

The sensational display of flowers, lasting for several weeks early in the year more then makes up for this and Chaenomeles is a worthy addition to a flowering border in nearly any garden!

Supplied Size: 3L containers (30 - 40 cm tall)

• Position: Full sun or light, dappled shade.
• Soil: Fertile, well-drained soils.
• Hardiness: Hardy.
• Flowering Period: March - April.
• Rate of Growth: Moderate to vigorous.
• Habit: Chaenomeles speciosa 'Apple Blossom' grows to be a medium sized to large shrub with a dense, branching habit.
  • Height: 3 m (10 ft) // [up to 2.5 m (8 ft) after 10 years]
  • Spread: 3 m (10 ft) // [up to 2.5 m (8 ft) after 10 years]

• Notes: This plant is also known as Chaenomeles speciosa 'Moerloosei'