Chaenomeles speciosa 'Scarlet Storm' - 3 litre

Common name: Flowering quince

Description: A deciduous shrub with thorny, spreading branches bearing an abundance of large, cup-shaped, scarlet-red flowers in early spring before the leaves emerge, followed by aromatic quince-like fruit in autumn.

Other benefits: Early, eye-catching spring colour; makes an effective informal or barrier hedge; tough and easy to grow.

Wildlife attraction: Early flowers are a valuable nectar source for bees.

Height & spread (approx.) at 10 years: 1.5-2m x 1.5-2m

Position: Full sun to partial shade

Soil pH: Neutral; chalky; acid

Moisture: Moist but well-drained

Winter hardiness: Fully hardy (RHS H6)