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Darn Gorgeous Rose vs Japanese Quince
Rosa sp.
Chaenomeles japonica
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
NOT AVAILABLE THIS SEASON
Developed by DNA Gardens, Darn Gorgeous Rose is an ornamental shrub that produces radiant red teacup blossoms throughout the summer.
If you are looking to add a splash of colour to your home garden, Darn Gorgeous Rose is for you.
Our growers think this is truly a "Darn Gorgeous" rose and is a pleasure to see growing in our fields.
Japanese Quince has bright, orange to red showy flowers that bloom in early spring. The flowers appear before the leaves and may continue to bloom after leaves emerge. Flowers grow on old wood, so pruning after flowering will help to promote new growth next spring. They produce yellow-green fruit that taste bitter when eaten raw, typically they are better suited for making preserves.
It can be used as a stand alone ornamental shrub, as a low hedge, or can be trained to grow against a wall. In late winter, branches of Japanese Quince can be cut and brought indoors where they will bloom on their own. They are deer and rabbit tolerant. The branches are spiny making them well suited for keeping unwanted wildlife away.
Note: This species is currently unavailable. Grow your own using Japanese Quince seeds at SeedTime.ca.