Chaenomeles ‘Falconnet Charlet’ – Vibrant Spring Blooms & Striking Structure
Chaenomeles ‘Falconnet Charlet’ is a beautiful deciduous shrub, renowned for its abundant, double salmon-pink flowers that create a bold, early spring display. This 20L specimen, standing at 180–200cm tall, is perfect for adding a pop of colour and architectural interest to gardens, borders, and hedges. The salmon-pink blossoms appear in early spring, contrasting beautifully with the glossy dark green foliage, which turns golden in autumn for seasonal interest. With its compact, upright growth, ‘Falconnet Charlet’ makes a stunning feature in both formal and informal gardens, providing year-round beauty and hardy resilience.
Seasonal Beauty & Growth
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Spring – Double salmon pink flowers cover the branches before the foliage appears.
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Summer – Dark green leaves provide a lush backdrop to the garden.
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Autumn – Leaves turn golden-yellow, adding warm seasonal hues.
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Winter – Architectural form remains, creating a striking structure in the landscape.
Structure & Form
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Height & Spread – Reaches 1.5 - 2.5m tall with a spread of 2.5 - 4m.
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Flowers – Clusters of large, double, salmon-pink flowers appear in late winter to early spring.
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Foliage – Glossy dark green leaves that turn golden-yellow in autumn.
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Growth Habit – Compact, upright, and bushy growth form, ideal for smaller gardens.
Perfect for Various Landscapes
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Spring Border Highlights – Adds a bold splash of colour to borders.
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Hedging – Excellent for creating a dense, vibrant hedge.
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Small Gardens & Courtyards – Perfect for compact spaces with year-round interest.
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Pollinator Gardens – Attracts bees and beneficial insects in early spring.
Growing Conditions & Care
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Position – Thrives in full sun or light shade for optimal flowering.
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Soil – Prefers well-drained, fertile soil but tolerates a variety of conditions.
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Hardiness – Fully hardy, perfect for UK gardens, and resilient to cold.
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Maintenance – Low-maintenance; prune after flowering to maintain shape.
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Drought Tolerance – Once established, it requires minimal watering.
Why Choose Chaenomeles ‘Falconnet Charlet’?
Salmon Pink Blooms – A striking early spring flower display.
Compact & Hardy – Ideal for smaller gardens and urban spaces.
Autumn Interest – Enjoys golden foliage in the fall.
Pollinator-Friendly – Attracts bees and butterflies.
Perfect Plant Combinations
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Spring Bulbs (Tulips, Daffodils) – Enhance early blooms with vibrant colour.
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Lavender & Sage – Add texture and fragrance to borders.
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Ornamental Grasses – Complements with soft, flowing movement.
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Small Trees (Crabapple, Japanese Maple) – Create layered, seasonal interest.
Chaenomeles ‘Falconnet Charlet’ (20L Pot) is a vibrant, easy-to-grow shrub, providing a show-stopping spring display of salmon-pink flowers and year-round appeal. Whether used in borders, hedging, or as a feature plant, it brings bold colour and structure to any garden.
Does the height include the pot?
No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description
How long does delivery take?
Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.
Where will you leave my plants?
We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.
