Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince
Chaenomeles 'Texas Scarlet'
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateMedium
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Bloom PeriodEarly Spring, Late Spring
Growing Zones 5-9
Early Spring Blooms | Nature Hills
Start your season with a fiery show! The Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince (Chaenomeles japonica 'Texas Scarlet') bursts into bloom just when winter feels endless, covering bare branches with a profusion of brilliant watermelon-red flowers. This compact, deciduous shrub is one of the first to bloom each year and is beloved by pollinators and gardeners alike. Its early blossoms draw in birds, butterflies, and admiration from everyone who sees it!
Once the vivid flowers fade, new foliage emerges tinged with red before maturing to a glossy green, later transforming to rich burgundy-purple in fall. Its dense, thorny branching structure creates a natural, low-maintenance barrier. Native to Japan and part of the Rose family, this heirloom shrub has long been treasured for its spring fireworks and fruit that wildlife loves.
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Key Features
- Watermelon-red blooms in early spring, even before leaves appear, a true spring bloomer
- Attracts birds, butterflies, and pollinators
- Foliage transitions from red to green to purple in fall
- Drought-tolerant and urban hardy
- Compact, thorny habit makes an excellent barrier plant
- Adaptable to a wide range of soils and climates
- Yellow-green fruit attracts birds in late summer
Landscaping Uses
Let your garden pop to life with the Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince! Growing 2–3 feet tall and 3–5 feet wide, this small flowering bush makes a dramatic impact wherever it's planted. Its compact form and vivid blooms make it perfect for mixed borders, mass plantings, or container gardens.
- Colorful early spring accent shrub, ideal for flowering shrub gardens
- Foundation plant or front-of-border highlight
- Mass planting for slopes, hot sites, or tough soil
- Barrier or low hedge (great under windows or along fences)
- Specimen near entryways, pathways, or garden art
- Forcing branches indoors for winter blooms
- Try pairing with other flowering shrubs like Forsythia or Spirea for continuous color
Care & Maintenance
Hardy in USDA Zones 4–9, Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is a deciduous woody shrub known for its rugged nature and minimal care needs. It's a resilient performer from cityscapes to rural gardens, thriving in many conditions once established.
- Planting Time: Best planted in spring or fall. See tips for the new gardener for help getting started.
- Sun Requirements: Full sun for best flowering; tolerates partial sun.
- Soil Requirements: Prefers well-drained soil; tolerates clay, loam, or sandy soil but dislikes overly fertile or soggy conditions.
- Moisture Needs: Water regularly the first year; once established, it's drought-tolerant. Use the Finger Test to check soil moisture before watering.
- Mulching: Apply a 3-4 inch layer of organic mulch to retain moisture and regulate soil temperature. Learn why in How and Why to Mulch Your Plants.
- Fertilization: Minimal feeding needed; avoid heavy fertilization. Apply compost in spring if desired.
- Pruning: Blooms on old wood. Prune right after flowering to shape and remove older wood (3+ years). Learn about pruning flowering shrubs and proper timing.
- Special Perks: Deer resistant, drought tolerant, handles urban pollution, low maintenance, and excellent for xeric landscapes.
Don't forget to order your Nature Hills Root Booster for lifelong root support.
Brighten Up Your Spring with Texas Scarlet!
The Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince is like a Valentine from Ma Nature herself, bold, bright, and bursting with love for spring. It's easy to grow, wildlife-friendly, and an early bloomer that brings life to even the dreariest late winter garden. Add one (or several!) to your landscape for a splash of fiery color and endless compliments.
Order your Texas Scarlet Flowering Quince today from Nature Hills and enjoy its dazzling early blooms year after year!
