Garden

Chaenomeles × superba 'Crimson and Gold'

A low, spreading flowering quince with crimson flowers and conspicuous golden anthers.

Care notes by theboxerge Updated October 15, 2026

About this plant

A spreading Japanese quince with deep red flowers and conspicuous yellow centres. Its thorny framework suits a boundary or wall-side position where the spring display can be enjoyed without brushing against the branches.

Care at a glance

Light: Full sun or partial shade.
Watering: Water newly planted shrubs when the root zone begins to dry; avoid persistent saturation.
Soil: Well-drained soil; very alkaline ground can cause yellowing leaves.

Plan your care

Place it away from narrow paths and leave room to reach the base for maintenance. A wall-trained plant needs a support and a deliberate framework; it will not attach itself to masonry.

Review the shape after flowering. Remove unwanted or congested growth selectively rather than repeatedly shearing away the flower-bearing framework. If foliage turns yellow on chalky ground, assess soil conditions before assuming it needs more feed.

Growing tips

Wear gloves around the thorns. Treat the fruit as ornamental unless correctly identified and prepared; the seeds contain toxins and should be removed before culinary use.