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Quince Fruit

Cydonia oblonga

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Quince is a small deciduous tree (15–25 feet tall) producing hard, fragrant yellow fruits used for preserves, paste, and poaching rather than fresh eating. The tree displays attractive pink or white spring blossoms and requires cross-pollination for optimal fruit set. It is hardy, long-lived, and relatively pest-resistant when properly sited.

Quince Fruit

Common Problems

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Care Guide

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Light
Full sun; requires 6–8 hours of direct sunlight daily for fruiting and disease prevention.
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Water
Water deeply during establishment; mature trees are drought-tolerant but produce better fruit with moderate, consistent moisture. Provide 1 inch of water weekly during dry spells.
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Soil
Tolerates a wide range of soils including poor, sandy, and clay soils with pH 6.0–7.5. Well-draining soil prevents root rot; amend compacted soil with compost.
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Fertiliser
Apply balanced NPK fertilizer in early spring; avoid excess nitrogen which promotes leaf growth over fruiting. Side-dress with compost annually.
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Temperature
Hardy in cool to warm temperate zones; requires 300+ chilling hours below 45°F for flower initiation.
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Humidity
Prefers moderate humidity; tolerates dry conditions once established but benefits from consistent moisture during fruit development.

Toxicity

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Fruit is safe when cooked; raw fruit is astringent and unpalatable. Seeds contain small amounts of cyanogenic compounds.

Common Diseases

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Common Pests

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Seasonal Care

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Resume regular watering and feeding as growth picks up.

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Peak growing season. Water and feed regularly.

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Reduce watering as growth slows. Stop heavy feeding.

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Minimal watering and feeding. Protect from frost if needed.