Chaenomeles Speciosa ‘Apple Blossom’ (Flowering Quince)

Chaenomeles Speciosa ‘Apple Blossom’ (Flowering Quince) is a hardy deciduous shrub renowned for its beautiful early-season display of delicate white flowers softly tinged with pink. The blooms appear along the bare branches in late winter to early spring before the foliage emerges, creating a striking seasonal feature. Glossy green leaves follow the flowers, while the thorny branching habit adds structure and interest to the garden.

An excellent choice for cottage gardens, borders, informal hedges and feature planting, this adaptable shrub combines ornamental flowers with a tough, reliable nature. Its attractive flowers are also useful for cutting, while the aromatic yellow-green fruit that develops after flowering can be used for preserves and jellies. Pruning after flowering helps maintain a compact, attractive shape and encourages healthy new growth.