Product description
The “Jet Trail” is a compact, deciduous shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade. Full sun will encourage the plant to produce more blooms and fruit. The elongated, oval leaves are dark green and slightly shiny. It is an overall hardy plant that can tolerate very harsh winter temperatures which reach down to -20°C.
The beautiful, clean-white flowers are approximately 4 cm across. The five-petaled flowers appear in bunches throughout the main plant. The fruit follows later in the summer season.
The blooms attract bees and butterflies in the spring and then later birds come for the fruit production. In addition to attracting a variety of pollinators, it has a long bloom season which is ideal for fresh cut flowers.
The plant has thorns and can be used as a low hedge or other border fence. It has suckers which will encourage spread, trim and remove accordingly.
It is best pruned lightly after the flowering season, however, this will affect that season’s fruit production. The fresh fruit is tart and is best used in recipes for jams and jellies.
Japanese Quince
Chaenomeles 'Jet Trail'
Chaenomeles 'Jet Trail'
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Product description
The “Jet Trail” is a compact, deciduous shrub that prefers full sun to partial shade. Full sun will encourage the plant to produce more blooms and fruit. The elongated, oval leaves are dark green and slightly shiny. It is an overall hardy plant that can tolerate very harsh winter temperatures which reach down to -20°C.
The beautiful, clean-white flowers are approximately 4 cm across. The five-petaled flowers appear in bunches throughout the main plant. The fruit follows later in the summer season.
The blooms attract bees and butterflies in the spring and then later birds come for the fruit production. In addition to attracting a variety of pollinators, it has a long bloom season which is ideal for fresh cut flowers.
The plant has thorns and can be used as a low hedge or other border fence. It has suckers which will encourage spread, trim and remove accordingly.
It is best pruned lightly after the flowering season, however, this will affect that season’s fruit production. The fresh fruit is tart and is best used in recipes for jams and jellies.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Despite being unpleasantly tart when raw, the fruits can be cooked and sweetened to make delicious jams and desserts.
How to Water
Water regularly during the first growing season. After this, chaenomeles is relatively drought tolerant and only needs to be watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Grow chaenomeles in moist but well-draining soil in a sunny position. While it tolerates partial shade, this plant flourishes best in full sun. Dig a hole around twice as wide as the root ball and position the plant so the top of the root ball is at soil level. Backfill with soil and compost, gently firm down, and water in well.
