{"product_id":"10-seeds-chaenomeles-japonica-flowering-quince-deciduous-shrub-hardy-ornamental","title":"10 Seeds Chaenomeles japonica Flowering Quince Deciduous Shrub Hardy Ornamental","description":"\u003cp\u003eChaenomeles japonica, commonly known as Japanese flowering quince, is a deciduous shrub grown for its early-season blooms and compact, spreading form. It produces clusters of cup-shaped flowers in shades of orange-red and pinkish tones that appear on bare stems before the foliage emerges, making it a striking accent in mixed borders, hedges, and cottage-style gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis adaptable shrub works well as a low hedge, a foundation planting, or a specimen in a sunny border. The plants develop glossy green leaves through the growing season and produce aromatic, quince-like fruits in autumn that can be used in jellies and preserves. Branches are also valued for cutting and forcing indoors in late winter.\u003cbr\u003e\nSpecies: Chaenomeles japonica\u003cbr\u003e\nType: Deciduous flowering shrub\u003cbr\u003e\nPlant Habit: Compact, spreading, mounding\u003cbr\u003e\nSun: Full sun to partial shade\u003cbr\u003e\nSoil: Well-drained, average fertility, tolerates a range of soil types\u003cbr\u003e\nZones: 4-9\u003cbr\u003e\nGermination: Cold stratification recommended for 60-90 days; surface sow and press lightly, do not bury deeply\u003cbr\u003e\nSowing: Start indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost or sow outdoors in autumn\u003cbr\u003e\nSpacing: 3-5 feet apart\u003cbr\u003e\nNotes: Slow to establish from seed; blooms typically appear within 2-3 years\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Blake's Flora \u0026 Soil","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":67663244165256,"sku":"EXGA-696","price":19.76,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0717\/4648\/6408\/files\/download_59cb2540-11b0-47e0-9bd0-49633ca11a6b.png?v=1791896147","url":"https:\/\/www.natesgardensupply.com\/products\/10-seeds-chaenomeles-japonica-flowering-quince-deciduous-shrub-hardy-ornamental","provider":"Nate's Garden Supply","version":"1.0","type":"link"}