Cydonia oblonga

About this plant

Cydonia oblonga, the quince, develops into a small deciduous tree or large shrub. Pale pink to white spring flowers are followed, in suitable conditions, by fragrant golden fruit. Give it a warm, sheltered position with plenty of sunlight and deep, fertile soil that stays moist while draining freely. The current listing specifies a 6 litre pot and approximately 125–150 cm plant height.

Growing and care

• Light: Full sun
• Mature height: 2.5–4 m
• Watering: Keep the root zone moist during establishment and dry spells.
• Seasonal interest: Spring blossom and aromatic golden fruit
• Hardiness / temperature: RHS H5: hardy in most UK gardens
• Soil: Deep, fertile, moisture-retentive, well-drained soil
• Humidity: Normal outdoor humidity with good air circulation
• Feeding: Mulch or feed in spring according to growth and soil fertility
• Pruning: Remove dead, damaged or crossing growth in the appropriate season
• Potting and repotting: Container plants should be repotted when rootbound
• Safety: Species-specific toxicity has not yet been verified. Do not ingest and check before placing near children or pets.