Water
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Check soil moisture by feeling the top few centimeters before watering.
Also known as Chinese Quince
Cathay Quince (Chaenomeles cathayensis) is a large, thorny deciduous shrub prized for its beautiful spring flowers and edible fruit, providing ornamental and culinary val
At-a-glance light, water, soil, and growing conditions from plant data
Full Sun
100% intensity
Prefers full sun for best flowering and fruiting, but tolerates partial shade.
Moderate
50% intensity
Keep soil consistently moist, especially during establishment and dry spells. Allow top inch to dry between waterings.
Well-drained
50% intensity
Hardy
25% intensity
Cold-hardy, suitable for temperate climates. Protect young plants from harsh winter winds.
Moderate
50% intensity
Fertilize in spring and mid-summer with a balanced fertilizer to encourage blooms and fruit.
Safety information from plant toxicity data
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Toxic for humans | No 0/5 intensity |
| Toxic for pets | No 0/5 intensity |
| Edible | Yes |
Non-toxic
Key traits and growing stats from plant data
Watering, pruning, propagation, and repotting details from plant data
Water regularly, especially during dry periods, ensuring the soil is consistently moist but not waterlogged. Reduce watering in winter when the plant is dormant.
Check soil moisture by feeling the top few centimeters before watering.
Prune after flowering in late spring or early summer to shape the plant and remove any dead, diseased, or crossing branches.
This also encourages better air circulation and can promote more abundant flowering in the following year. Light thinning is sufficient for established plants.
Propagate from seed sown in autumn or by taking semi-hardwood cuttings in summer. Layering is also effective in autumn. Seeds may require stratification. Cuttings should be treated with rooting hormone for best results.
Repot young plants every 1-2 years in spring. Mature plants rarely need repotting but can be top-dressed with fresh compost.
Ensure the new pot has adequate drainage holes and use a good quality, well-draining potting mix.
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Monthly activity intensity for bloom and fruit across both hemispheres.
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Flowering & fruiting calendar
Photos of Cathay Quince (Chaenomeles cathayensis)
Common names and botanical synonyms
Botanical classification
| Rank | Name |
|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae |
| Division | Tracheophyta |
| Class | Magnoliopsida |
| Order | Rosales |
| Family | Rosaceae |
| Genus | Chaenomeles |
| Species | Chaenomeles cathayensis |
Similar in genus Chaenomeles
Answers based on plant encyclopedia data
