Quince (Cydonia oblonga)
Care, watering, light and tips for Quince on Floravia.
Quick facts
- Family: Rosaceae
- Difficulty: Moderate care
- Watering: every 7 days
- Light: Full sun
- Temperature: 0–30 °C
- Toxicity: Toxic to pets
About Quince
Quince (Cydonia oblonga) is a deciduous fruit tree belonging to the Rosaceae family, prized for its aromatic fruits and ornamental blossoms. Its large, rosy-white flowers appear in spring, followed by fragrant, golden-yellow fruits in autumn. It is ideal for home orchards, as a specimen tree in gardens, or even as a fruiting hedge, providing both beauty and utility.
Native range
Southwest Asia and the Caucasus
Care tips
It prefers full sun for optimal fruiting, though it tolerates partial shade. Regular watering is required during the growing and fruiting season, especially in dry summers, but avoid waterlogging. It adapts to a wide range of soils, but prefers well-drained, fertile, and slightly acidic ones. A common mistake is improper pruning, which can reduce fruit production and the overall health of the tree.
How to save a dying Quince
- Warning signs
- Yellowish or brown leaves, underdeveloped or fallen fruits. Gummosis (resin exudation) may appear.
- First aid
- Check irrigation, it should be consistent but not waterlogged. Remove dry or diseased branches. Ensure good ventilation.
- What kills it
- Prolonged summer drought or excessive humidity promoting root fungi. Lack of formative pruning.
- Can it be saved?
- Yes, if roots are not completely rotted and the main trunk is unaffected. Act quickly.