‘Texas Scarlet’ quince Chaenomeles japonica 'Texas Scarlet' Type:shrubs Notable Traits:great cut flowerslow-maintenanceresistant: deerresistant: diseaseresistant: rabbittolerates clay soiltolerates harsh roadside conditions Hardiness:Zone 5 – 9 Mature Height:4-6ft Light:part sun/afternoon shade (eastern exposure)part to full shade (4 hours or less sun)part to full sun (6 hours or more sun)shade (northern exposure)sun (8+ hrs)sun or shade Water:drought tolerant Bloom Color:red Bloom Time:spring Foliage:green Description The earliest spring blooming shrub with coral- red, apple-blossom-like flowers that precede leaves. Produces greenish-yellow fruit. Great for borders and as backgrounds.