Introduced by a German nursery in 1900, this intrepid japonica and speciosa hybrid blazes early flame-red clusters of cup-shaped, gold-eyed flowers on bare, densely interwoven twig-like branches. Small fragrant yellow-green fruit, perfect for jellies and preserves, appear after the profuse sassy blooms fade, while obovate, glossy dark green leaves cloak the compact bushy mound. Delighting bees, birds, floral designers and bonsai enthusiasts, vigorous ‘Texas Scarlet’ can be massed, espaliered, featured as a deciduous specimen, clipped into a low flowering hedge and added to slope, barrier or foundation plantings. It prefers sunny, well-drained sites with average moisture, yet heroically tackles rabbits and deer, occasional dry periods plus various soil types, including clay.

Blooms March–April

Size: 3' 0" – 4' 0" high x 3' 0" – 4-1/2' wide.

Hardy to zone 5.