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Quince

Cydonia Oblonga

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Overview

Cydonia oblonga, or quince, is a deciduous tree typically reaching 16-23 feet in height, with a twisted bough structure that adds architectural interest. It exhibits single pink-white blossoms in spring, followed by fragrant, golden-yellow fruit in autumn, about 4-5 inches long. Prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil. Its dense foliage provides ample shade, while the fruit adds ornamental value and can be used in preserves and baking.

Sun Full, HalfWater MediumZones 5–8Type Tree

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Integrating this tree into a landscape offers both culinary and ornamental utility; pink and white flowers in the garden

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Mature height: 12–15 Ft.
Mature width: 9–12 Ft.

Classification

Type: Tree
Family: Rosaceae

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Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — pink and white flowers in the garden

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — This tree typically reaches a mature height and spread of 12 to 20 feet; regular pruning enhances air circulation and sunlight

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 9; is a deciduous tree renowned for its attractive pale pink, image 68

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — twiggy structure that adds visual interest to gardens even in the dormant season; is a deciduous tree typically reaching, image 71

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — making it a multifaceted addition to any garden; prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Its dense foliage provides ample shade; department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 9, image 64

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Gardeners should be aware

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil; it exhibits single pink-white blossoms in spring

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — which can reach 4 to 5 inches long; while the fruit adds ornamental value and can be used in preserves and baking

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — with a preference for a sunny and sheltered planting site

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil; it exhibits single pink-white blossoms in spring, image 63

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — while the fruit adds ornamental value and can be used in preserves and baking; dark green upper surface and a gray-hued underside

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — It is commonly used in jellies, preserves, and baking, owing to its tart flavor and high pectin content; the tree erupts with a

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Department of Agriculture hardiness zones 5 through 9; is a deciduous tree renowned for its attractive pale pink blossoms and

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — each one measuring around 1 to 1.5 inches in diameter

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — dark green upper surface and a gray-hued underside; tree for full or half, image 75

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — the tree erupts with a profusion of ornamental flowers

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — dark green upper surface and a gray-hued underside; tree for full or half

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — It exhibits single pink-white blossoms in spring; which can reach 4 to 5 inches long, image 61

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — dark green upper surface and a gray-hued underside

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — is a deciduous tree renowned for its attractive pale pink blossoms and fragrant golden-yellow fruit; with a twisted bough structure

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — Prefers a sunny location in well-drained soil

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — making it a multifaceted addition to any garden

Quince (Cydonia Oblonga) — golden-yellow fruit in autumn

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