Japanese Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles Japonica) is a perennial shrub in the Rosaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 5-9. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Chaenomeles japonica is a thorny, deciduous shrub native to eastern Asia, known for its showy spring flowers and low maintenance growth habit.

Japanese Flowering Quince

Japanese Flowering Quince

Chaenomeles Japonica

Chaenomeles japonica is a thorny, deciduous shrub native to eastern Asia, known for its showy spring flowers and low maintenance growth habit.

Quick Facts

Type
shrub
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
5-9

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, clay
Indoor:No
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:ornamental, hedge, pollinator attractor

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Japanese Flowering Quince

Jan
Prune
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Fertilize
Mar
Repot
Apr
Water+
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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

Humidity Trick

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Growth Hack

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Taxonomy

Family:Rosaceae
Genus:Chaenomeles