Scarff’s Red Flowering Quince is a vigorous deciduous shrub prized for its vivid crimson-red spring blooms and attractive, thorny branches. It forms a broad, rounded canopy that becomes more expansive with age. Ideal as a striking hedge, espalier, or pollinator magnet, this plant combines early-season interest with wildlife appeal.
Height/Spread: 6 feet tall and wide
Bloom Time: Early spring
Light: Full sun to part shade
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 4–9
Features:
Vivid crimson-red flowers early in the season
Glossy green foliage through summer
Broad, spreading habit excellent for screens or mass plantings
Thorny branches deter deer
Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
Moderate growth rate; low-maintenance once established
Scarff’s Red Flowering Quince is a vigorous deciduous shrub prized for its vivid crimson-red spring blooms and attractive, thorny branches. It forms a broad, rounded canopy that becomes more expansive with age. Ideal as a striking hedge, espalier, or pollinator magnet, this plant combines early-season interest with wildlife appeal.
Height/Spread: 6 feet tall and wide
Bloom Time: Early spring
Light: Full sun to part shade
Hardiness Zone: USDA Zones 4–9
Features:
Vivid crimson-red flowers early in the season
Glossy green foliage through summer
Broad, spreading habit excellent for screens or mass plantings
Thorny branches deter deer
Attracts birds, bees, and butterflies
Moderate growth rate; low-maintenance once established
