Cydonia oblonga Quince

Description

This recent introduction to our range has proved very popular especially as fruit trees are exempt from the dreaded VAT!

This small genus of trees is related to the better known Chaenomeles and produces golden yellow fragrant fruit that hold on the tree for several weeks if left unpicked.

Native of south west Asia it is fine to be grown in the UK and forms into a small rounded tree sometimes tipping 20 feet in height.

Autumn leaf colour is a good and reliable yellow. It does best in south facing sheltered gardens and benefits from a free draining nutritious soil.

Mature heights and crown spread can vary depending on environmental conditions

Mature height: 3-7m

Mature spread: 3-5m