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ππ³ Quince Fruit β Cydonia oblonga β 10 Seeds
ππ³ Quince Fruit β Cydonia oblonga β 10 Seeds
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Grow a piece of ancient orchard tradition in your garden with the Quince Fruit (Cydonia oblonga), a beautifully aromatic, golden-yellow fruit prized for its unique flavor and ornamental charm. Known for its twisted branches, fragrant pink blossoms in spring, and pear-like fruits in fall, quince trees are both decorative and productive. Though the fruit is rarely eaten raw, itβs a culinary gem when cookedβperfect for jams, jellies, and desserts.
Usage:
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Ideal for home orchards, edible landscapes, and permaculture gardens
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Culinary use in preserves, jellies, compotes, and sauces
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Also used in baking and traditional confections
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Can be grown as a small tree or trained as an espalier
Sowing Time:
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Best sown in autumn for natural cold stratification
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Alternatively, sow indoors in late winter after cold stratification (60β90 days in the fridge)
Germination Time:
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3 to 6 weeks after stratification
Sowing Depth:
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1β2 cm (Β½ inch) deep in well-drained seed starting mix
Soil Requirements:
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Loamy, well-drained soil
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pH between 6.0 and 7.5
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Enrich with compost for best results
Sunlight Requirements:
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Full sun (minimum 6 hours daily)
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Tolerates partial shade but best fruiting occurs in full sun
Watering:
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Moderate; keep soil evenly moist, especially during flowering and fruiting
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Avoid waterlogging
Plant Height:
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Grows up to 4β6 meters (13β20 feet), but can be pruned to desired size
Spacing:
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Space trees at least 4β6 meters (13β20 feet) apart
Hardiness Zone:
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USDA Zones 5β9
Other Benefits:
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Pollinator-friendly flowers (attracts bees)
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Hardy and tolerant of urban conditions
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Unique fragrant blossoms in spring
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Long-lived with proper care
Latin Name: Cydonia oblonga
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