Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince

Chaenomeles speciosa 'Texas Scarlet' Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a compact, deciduous shrub that bursts into bloom in early spring with brilliant scarlet-red flowers. Its dense, thorny branches make it an excellent choice for low hedges, barriers, or early-season color in the landscape. USDA Hardiness Zones: 5–9Sun Requirements: Full sun to part shadeWater Requirements: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once establishedGrowth Rate: ModerateMature Size: 3–4 feet tall and wideSoil Preference: Well-drained soil; tolerant of a variety of conditionsLandscape Use: Hedges, borders, foundation plantings, early spring interestMaintenance: Prune after flowering to shape and control size; deer- and drought-resistant