quince
Cydonia oblonga
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Average
Propagation:
Seed Propagation,Hardwood Cuttings,Grafting Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
5 - 8
Flowers:
Pale pink to white Flowers In Spring
Sun:
Full sun
Soil:
Well-drained
Fruits:
green,yellow Fruits In Autumn Ready In
Edible:
Yes
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Moderate
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Quince (Cydonia oblonga) requires regular watering during the growing season, but should not be overwatered. Water the plant deeply once a week, providing enough water to reach the root zone. Water more frequently during periods of extended periods of hot, dry weather. Reduce watering to about once every 2 weeks during the winter months when the plant is dormant. Watering should be done early in the day to avoid wetting the plant's foliage and developing fruit.
sunlight
Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is a slow-growing shrub or small tree that prefers full sun to part shade. It requires an average of 6-8 hours of sunlight per day for optimal growth. In areas with strong summer sun, some afternoon shade may be beneficial to reduce stress on the plants, but it is still important to provide quince with as much direct sunlight as possible. During the winter months or in cooler climates, quinces may need even more sunlight to ensure successful flowering and fruiting.
pruning
The best time for pruning a quince (Cydonia oblonga) shrub is late winter or early spring, when it is still dormant. During the pruning process, you should remove any dead, damaged, or diseased branches, as well as any shoots growing directly from the trunk. In addition, prune the shrub to maintain its desired shape and size. When shaping the bush, be sure to make cuts at an angle that directs water away from the trunk. Quince plants typically require little pruning as an established shrub, but it is beneficial to remove excess shoots to help promote flowering and increase fruit production.
