Chaenomeles × Superba Crimson And Gold | 3L Pot

Bright crimson flowers with gold centres in spring. Position: full sun or partial shade Soil: moderately fertile, well-drained soil Rate of growth: average Flowering period: March to May Hardiness: fully hardyOrnamental quinces bring a welcome flush of colour to the garden in spring, when their bare twigs are smothered in flowers before the glossy, dark green leaves appear. ‘Crimson and Gold’ has striking, cup-shaped, bright red flowers with conspicuous yellow centres from March to May, followed by aromatic, greenish-yellow fruit. This easy-to-grow, deciduous shrub is excellent for a partly shaded border with moderately fertile, well-drained soil and looks stunning trained against a wall. A popular compact variety, it’s perfect for the smaller garden or where space is limited. The fruit can be eaten when cooked. Garden care: After flowering, prune side-shoots to five or six leaves and remove crossing stems. Once established, remove excess growth in late spring or summer and cut back all side-shoots to two or three leaves.