Chaenomeles Speciosa Madame Butterfly, commonly known as Japanese Quince, is a captivating deciduous shrub known for its exquisite, multi-coloured blooms and attractive fruit. This cultivar features large, showy flowers in a blend of soft pink and white, sometimes with a hint of coral. These blooms appear in early spring before the leaves fully emerge, creating a stunning contrast and a vibrant display in the garden. Following the flowering period, Chaenomeles ‘Madame Butterfly’ produces small, decorative fruits that range in colour from yellow to orange and are often used in culinary applications or left to add ornamental value. The shrub’s foliage is green and turns yellow in the autumn, adding further seasonal interest. Chaenomeles ‘Madame Butterfly’ typically grows to a height of 1.5 metres with a similar spread, making it suitable for garden beds, borders, or as a specimen plant.
Chaenomeles ‘Madame Butterfly‘ is appreciated for its striking, multi-coloured flowers and ornamental fruit, offering a distinctive and eye-catching addition to various garden settings.
Chaenomeles Speciosa Madame Butterfly care
Plant the Chaenomeles Madame Butterfly in a sunny, partially shaded area of the garden with moist, well drained soil where it will thrive. Really easy to grow, suitable for gardeners of all abilities, including both beginner and expert gardeners alike. Lightly prune after flowering any dead or damaged branches and complete any hard pruning in winter, by removing branches to the base of congested areas, which will encourage a healthy, more bushy growth.
