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Japanese quince

Chaenomeles japonica

A barrier nothing walks throughBorder plantingBees and butterflies

Spring colourEarly food for beesEdible fruit

Japanese quince
The picture illustrates the species and is generated from its botanical name, not photographed in a particular garden.

What it needs, what it becomes

TypeFruit and herbs
FamilyRosaceae
Size when mature1 m tall, 1.5 m across
LightFull sun, Part sun
MoistureMedium, Dry
Soilloam, sand, clay
Soil pH5.5 to 7.5
Hardy to-28 degrees
FlowersApril to May
For pollinatorsVery good
WaterLow water
UpkeepLittle
Growthcat.growth.moderate
In EuropeIntroduced
Spreading riskLow
If eatenPeople: Not toxic · Dogs: Not toxic · Cats: Not toxic
Worth knowingHas thorns · Edible · Drops fruit, which makes a mess over paving

Safety

Reviewed and approved for Poland by a qualified gardener with thirty years of practice, 2026-09-22.

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