Chaenomeles speciosa 'Apple Blossom'

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 covering the stems. 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!

Although tolerant of shade, best flowers in a position with plenty of sunlight. Can be grown well in a large container.

• 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'