The Japanese quince is typically harvested in late summer and early fall, usually between August and October.
Japanese quince
Chaenomeles japonica var. alpina
The Japanese quince (Chaenomeles japonica var. alpina) is an amazing plant species for its beautiful white flowers, brilliant red fruit and stunning evergreen foliage. They require very little maintenance and are a long lasting addition to the garden, growing well in all soils and locations. During spring, the shrub is covered with clusters of bell-shaped white flowers before fading to reveal round, bright red fruits. Its glossy, dense foliage creates a pleasing aesthetic, and the plant can be kept neatly trimmed if desired. Its hardy nature also makes it an ideal choice for exposed or coastal gardens. In short, the Japanese quince is a low-maintenance shrub that provides year-round beauty and unique flavor to any garden it is planted in.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Grafting Propagation,Layering Propagation,Cutting,Seed Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 9
Flowers:
Orange-scarlet Flowers
Sun:
full sun,part shade
Fruits:
green,yellow Fruits Ready In Fall
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
Low
Maintenance:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
sunlight
Japanese quince grown in temperate climates require full sun (at least 6-8 hours of direct light a day). In the summer months when the sun is strongest, it is best to provide some afternoon or mid-day shade. This can help to protect the plants from the intense heat. In the winter months, it is beneficial for the plant to get a full day of sunlight so that it can prepare for the spring and summer growth.
pruning
Pruning Japanese quince should be done twice a year. The first time in late winter or early spring before new growth begins, and again in midsummer after blooming is done. Prune out the dead wood and any diseased or damaged wood, as well as any limbs with reverse crotch angles. Japanese quince should also be thinned out, removing up to 1/3 of the older, interior shoots to also give room for the development of new, strong shoots. The desired size of the shrub should be kept in mind when pruning.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Harvest Fruit
Starts Flowering
Japanese quince typically starts flowering in April.
Harvest Fruit
The Japanese quince is typically harvested in late summer and early fall, usually between August and October.
