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Quince Tree

Cydonia oblonga

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Quince is a slow-growing deciduous tree reaching 15–25 feet, valued for its fragrant, golden-yellow, pear-shaped fruits and ornamental pink or white spring blossoms. The fruit is too hard and tart for fresh eating but transforms beautifully when cooked into jams, jellies, and preserves with excellent setting properties. Quince trees are extremely hardy, long-lived, and relatively pest and disease-resistant.

Quince Tree

Common Problems

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Care Guide

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Light
Full sun (6–8 hours daily) for best flowering and fruit quality
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Water
Moderate watering; consistent moisture during growing season; drought-tolerant once established
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Soil
Well-draining soil; tolerates poor, sandy, or clay soils; prefers neutral to slightly alkaline pH
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Fertiliser
Light feeding in spring; quince is not heavy feeder; avoid excess nitrogen
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Temperature
Very hardy; thrives in cool to moderate climates; requires 100–400 chilling hours
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Humidity
Moderate humidity; excellent air circulation; very tolerant of various climates

Toxicity

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Seeds contain cyanogenic compounds; fruit is safe when cooked; raw fruit is inedible

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.