Chaenomeles x superba 'Cameo' ~ Cameo Flowering Quince fast-growth Short stocks sporting clusters of

Short stocks sporting clusters of small flowers that open pink and mature blue blooms from late winter into spring attracting butterflies

Taylor's Rudolph is disease and drought tolerant

IMAGES: Photo by Patrick Standish

Coating masses of soft yellow early spring flowers bloom on lightly arching branches before its leaves are out

Chaenomeles x superba 'Cameo' ~ Cameo Flowering Quince fast-growth Short stocks sporting clusters ofCameo Flowering Quince is a dense, small deciduous shrub with a rounded habit. The foliage emerges bright green on thorny stems and matures to a glossy dark green. Large semi double peach pink flowers with yellow stamen bloom heavily in early spring into summer attracting butterflies. The fruits are showy yellow pommes in fall but can be messy on lawns or walkways. Prefers full sun and rich well drained soil. The fruits and berries are bitter fresh