{"product_id":"double-take-orange-quince","title":"Double Take Orange Quince | Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Storm'","description":"\u003cp\u003eDouble Take Orange Quince | Chaenomeles speciosa 'Orange Storm' USPP 20,950\u003cbr\u003eA thornless, reblooming flowering shrub that delivers vivid tangerine-orange double blooms in late winter and early spring—one of the first and most striking color displays of the season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Highlights\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eType: Deciduous shrub \/ Thornless\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLight: Full sun to part shade (6+ hours for best bloom performance)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWater: Occasional; drought tolerant once established\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTemperature: Zones 4–9 \/ Cold and heat tolerant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrowth: 3–4 ft tall and wide \/ Moderate growth rate\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePet Safe: No—Chaenomeles is not considered pet friendly\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOrigin: Proven Winners® | Patent: USPP 20,950\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy You'll Love It\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVivid tangerine-orange double blooms appear before the leaves in late winter and early spring—delivering bold color when the rest of the garden is still bare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCompletely thornless stems make it safe and easy to plant near walkways, patios, and high-traffic areas—unlike most quince varieties\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReblooming habit extends the color show well beyond the initial spring flush, with deer resistance and pollinator attraction throughout the season\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Tips\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePrune lightly immediately after the primary bloom flush in spring—avoid heavy pruning, which removes next year’s flower buds; shape for structure and airflow rather than size reduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFeed in early spring with a low-nitrogen, high-phosphorus fertilizer (5-10-10) just as buds begin to swell for maximum bloom density\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlant in moist, well-drained soil; avoid heavy clay without amendment—raised beds or bermed planting areas improve performance in poorly drained soils\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShips within 1–3 business days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarefully packed to protect roots and foliage in transit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWeather holds may apply during extreme heat (95°F+) or cold (34°F and below)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs Double Take Orange Quince thornless?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—unlike most quince varieties, Double Take Orange is completely thornless, making it safe and easy to plant and maintain near walkways, patios, and play areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen does it bloom?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt blooms in late winter to early spring, often before the leaves emerge. It also reblooms later in the season, giving you multiple waves of color.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it bloom the first year?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. Plants are field-grown and mature enough to bloom in their first season after planting, provided they are planted in a timely manner and given proper establishment care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow do I prune it?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePrune lightly after the primary bloom flush in spring. Avoid heavy pruning, which removes next year’s flower buds. Shape for structure and airflow rather than size reduction.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs it deer resistant?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes—Double Take Orange Quince is rated deer resistant, making it a reliable choice for gardens in areas with high deer pressure.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Plant Factory Direct","offers":[{"title":"1 Gallon Plant","offer_id":52696249893183,"sku":"201.7761000","price":47.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Gallon Plant","offer_id":52696249925951,"sku":"201.7761000-3G","price":74.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0818\/0908\/0639\/files\/double_take_scarlet_1__95600.1664050310.1280.1280.jpg?v=1775317582","url":"https:\/\/www.ardentgardeners.com\/products\/double-take-orange-quince","provider":"Ardent Gardeners","version":"1.0","type":"link"}