PLANTS OF QUINCE TREE - CYDONIS OBLONGA
Fruit tree which produces the quince. It has important medicinal properties. The quince is used to make jellies, mermalade, drinks and jam because it cannot be eaten fresh. It is astringent, tonic, anti-diarrhea and it is advised in case of a cold.
In Spain, they cook the quince with sugar in equal quantity to make the famous quince jam eaten with cheese or nuts.
Deciduous tree growing up to 6m with green, oval and rounded leaves covered with short hairs. White or pink flowers. The quince is gold-yellow, big and aromatic.
Prefers clay, fertile, slightly acid and well drained soils.
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| Average germination (%) | 20-30 |
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| Climate Zone | Temperate areas, Warm areas |
| Flower colour | White |
| Foliage | Deciduous |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Plant use | Fruit production, Medicinal, Urban garden |
| Seeds per gram | 30 |
| Soil - Moisture | Fresh |
| Soil - Ph | Acid |
| Soil - Type | Clay, Light |
| Sunlight - Exposure | Sun |
| Watering | Regular |
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Easter 2026
This week we will only be shipping orders on Monday 30 March to ensure that orders arrive before bank holidays.
We will resume deliveries from Tuesday 7 April 2026.
The nursery will be open until Thursday 2 april. If you would like to collect your order or visit us we would be delighted to welecome you from 8 am to 2 pm.
Happy Easter !