Chaenomeles x superba 'Cameo' ~ Cameo Flowering Quince fast-growth IMAGE: Thomon

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The thin flower spikes packed tiny purple-blue flowers at the top bloom from mid summer into fall

Chaenomeles x superba 'Cameo' ~ Cameo Flowering Quince fast-growth IMAGE: ThomonCameo 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