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Chaenomeles japonica 'Kurokoji'

Japanese Quince

Plant Type:

DECIDUOUS SHRUBS

Chaenomeles japonica (speciosa?) ‘Kurokoji’ – From nearly black buds velvety deep dark red flowers unfold on this, the darkest-flowered form of Japanese quince. Both 'Kuro' and 'Kurokoji' flower in a deeper darker red than 'Texas Scarlet'. It will form a multi-stemmed shrub taller than ‘Kuro’. Site ‘Kurokoji’ in full to nearly full sun planted in fertile draining soil. Beautiful, richly colored, tough and easy. Typical fruit set add mid to late season interest. Once established it will demonstrate drought tolerance. Cutting grown.


Height:

6 Ft

Spread:

6 Ft

Colors:

Dark Red

Zone:

(4b)5 to 8
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Characteristics and Attributes for Chaenomeles japonica 'Kurokoji'

Season of Interest (Flowering)

  • Spring

Season of Interest (Foliage)

  • Spring / Summer / Autumn

Autumn Interest

  • Fruit / Berries / Seed Heads

Nature Attraction

  • Deer Resistant

Light

  • Morning Sun / Afternoon Shade
  • Full Sun

Attributes

  • Hedgerow
  • Border
  • Drought Tolerant
  • Foundation
  • Specimen
  • Shrub Border

Growth Rate in the Garden

  • Medium

Soil

  • Draining
  • Fertile

Origins

  • Japan

Propagated By

  • Cutting Grown